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STORMY SUMMER AT AN END WANGARATTA’S summer was one of contrasts. While it lacked the extreme heat, unseasonally humid conditions last month and a much wetter January than average complemented one of our most mild summers in decades. It was one also punctuated by some intense storms, as captured in his image by Wangaratta Chronicle photographer Kurtis Hickling last week. ■ See Story page 5

Funding failure STATE CFA officials have been unable to provide clarity on a dearth of infrastructure funding in the rural city, amid calls for the Victorian Government to increase allowances for the state’s fire response. CFA Chief Officer Jason Heffernan visited Wangaratta late last week with senior infrastructure

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officials to discuss challenges posed to the rural city fire response following the temporary

evacuation of Ely Street’s District 23 headquarters and subsequent closure of the region’s incident control centre ahead of this season’s fire danger period. District 23 assistant chief fire officer Stewart Kreltszheim had previously advocated for a new

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standalone headquarters, after staffing increases had rendered the existing headquarters and incident control centre unfit for purpose. Mr Kreltszheim said discussions about moving to a new standalone District 23 headquarters

had been “fruitful”, but admitted funding was hard to come by in the current climate. “We looked at a number of options - the Chief Officer and general manager infrastructure services committed to discussions about

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progressing one or more options,” he said. “Wangaratta is one of many priorities across CFA - with COVID, there’s a lot of pressure on where public dollars get spent. “All we can do is advocate for the money we need to serve the community the best we can.” ■ Continued page 3

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Vascular health given clinical boost in region FUNDING secured late last year is set to vastly improve access to vascular examinations for vulnerable, remote and rural communities in the North East. The Central Hume-east Initiative in Vascular Examinations (CHIVE) will investigate strategies to provide residents from Wangaratta, Alpine, Benalla and Mansfield shires vital access to early detection screening for diseased arteries and veins. A subset of the highly successful Hume-east Initiative in Vascular Examinations (HIVE) clinical trial, which has been running at Gateway Health’s Wangaratta campus since 2020, CHIVE will look to engage with local businesses, health and municipal services to improve social, health and economic outcomes for their local communities. At present, up to 50 per cent of Australian residents who experience diabetes and foot wounds (sometimes referred to as ulcers) are believed to have diseased arteries, and can cause significant interior damage

before patients ever get to an emergency ward. According to Regional Wounds Victoria - Hume-east region nurse consultant Monika Samolyk, the CHIVE trial would allow medical staff to speed up the diagnosis of diseased arteries, which can be deadly if left untreated. “The prognosis of people with diabetes, diseased arteries and foot wounds requiring amputation is worse than many common cancers - up to 50 per cent of people will not survive five years,” she said. “People with diseased arteries are up to six times more likely to have a heart attack or stroke - those who do not have diabetes also make up a large number of those attending emergency departments. “Many people lack the telltale signs and symptoms, such as pain, to alert them to seek help sooner.” Vascular sonographer Martin Forbes travels from Bendigo once every three weeks, and will also assist locals in

identifying diseased veins. “Another group who present to emergency department with life-threatening conditions are people with diseased veins, undiagnosed deep vein thrombosis (DVT), DVT without a known cause, or with chronic swelling and skin infections,” Ms Samolyk said. “People with such circulation problems and wounds often have other chronic conditions, and they frequently experience social isolation, mental illness, inactivity and disability. “We can improve community wellbeing and save lives with prevention, early diagnosis and treatment.” The HIVE clinical trial is not restricted to those who have developed wounds and other conditions, instead also acts as a preventative measure to ensure risk management is discussed with patients. To access the clinic, contact your general practitioner for a referral and Carmel Hickey on 0447 842 958 for further information.

THE Albury Wodonga Eisteddfod has announced entries are now open for the 2022 catalogue of events which will run from July 20 to August 13. The event committee says it’s confident this year’s Eisteddfod will go ahead after two years of cancellations due to COVID. “We are well underway with planning having venues booked and adjudicators engaged,” a spokesperson said. “We trust performers will also be excited to get back on the stage and we expect record numbers of entries. “We are offering a comprehensive program with a section for all styles, abilities, and ages.” Competitions and exhibitions will be held in dance, speech and drama, music, debating and highland dance, with full a catalogue and more information available at www. aweisteddfod.com.au.

ROADTRIP: Vaccination outreach clinics will run at Apex Park and Whitfield’s Mountain View Hotel tomorrow.

Vaccine clinics on the road NORTHEAST Health Wangaratta (NHW) is set to expand its vaccination outreach, with clinics to be held at Wangaratta and in the King Valley tomorrow. As of yesterday, some 68 per cent of Rural City of Wangaratta residents had received more than two doses of a vaccine. Locals will be able to visit Wangaratta’s Apex Park (11am - 2pm) or Whitfield’s Mountain View Hotel (12pm - 6pm) without an appointment to receive a vaccination, with Pfizer, Astrazeneca, Moderna and Novavax vaccines available. All attendees are urged to bring their Medicare card.

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Time to act, for women BY SIMONE KERWIN

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WA N G A R AT TA - b a s e d Women’s Health Goulburn North East has joined with 11 other Victorian women’s health services in urging the State Government to immediately increase investment in the health and wellbeing of the state’s three million women. Their call, in conjunction with Rainbow Health Australia, comes in response to alarming data showing Victorian women have become sicker, more anxious and depressed since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. The health services’ chief executive officers, including WHGNE’s Amanda Kelly, say the deterioration of genderequal health outcomes must be addressed. “Women across our region live the impact of chronic and ongoing under-investment in their health, wellbeing and gender equality every day,” Ms Kelly said. “Over half of all women in Benalla - 53.5 per cent - have experienced anxiety or depression at some stage in their lives.” Ms Kelly said family violence rates in Wangaratta were higher than the state average. “One of the things of real concern to me is that this data

FUNDING BOOST VITAL: Women’s Health Goulburn North East chief executive officer Amanda Kelly has joined leaders of women’s health services from across Victoria to call on the State Government to increase funding. PHOTO: Kieren Tilly is accurate and comes from police reports, but how many incidents are not reported?” she said. Ms Kelly said women carried the care burden at home in every local government area in the region, and the new data represented preCOVID normal conditions. “COVID-19 has decimated women’s health and wellbeing, and gender inequality persists in North East Victoria and the Goulburn Valley,” she said. “Without dedicated investment in our services and primary prevention, the health and wellbeing of

women in our region will continue to decline.” The group’s concerns include an increase in the diagnosis of depression and anxiety in women, up from 29 per cent five years ago to its current 38.2 per cent, and a worsening of women’s fitness, body mass index and heart disease. There has also been a rise in cancer cases, and less access to cancer treatment. In 2020, due to the pandemic, there were eight per cent less cancer diagnostic procedures, 16 per cent fewer breast cancer procedures, and there was a 13 per cent decrease in gynaecological

cancer procedures. “Women are at significant risk of illness and death due to preventable cancer treatment being postponed, delayed or cancelled during the pandemic,” Ms Kelly said. “We need education and campaigns to encourage women back to health prevention and seeking the support they need.” The services collective believes Victorian women’s health is deteriorating because not enough money is spent on preventing illness and disease, with a gender bias in investment and priority. “Victorian women are sick

of small change,” Tricia Currie, Women’s Health Services chair, said. “Women’s Health Services were funded $4.35 per woman when we started, now it’s down to $2.05 per woman. “This is not enough to beat the crisis we’re seeing in women’s health in Victoria. “This spare change funding is making women sicker. “Before the pandemic, women’s health was under significant strain, now it is so much worse. “It is essential that we have an adequately-funded women’s health services sector to be able to respond to the crisis

in women’s health. “And we need new and boosted investments in LGBTIQ, people, women with disabilities, Aboriginal women and migrant and refugee women whose health is disproportionately affected by inequality.” Women’s Health Services has released a joint statement calling for the State Government to act now in addressing the crisis of Victorian women’s health. It calls for a per-woman increase of $5.75 to fund urgent health prevention and promotion programs, and for the first time, dedicated investments for women with disabilities, Indigenous women and LGBTIQ women and trans and gender diverse people, as well as a boost to migrant and refugee women. The Women’s Health Services Council has not yet been able to meet with Minister for Health Martin Foley or Deputy Premier and Minister for Mental Health James Merlino. However, the council continues to seek its commitment to increasing funding for women’s health services, to address the significant impact of COVID-19 on women’s health and wellbeing, and hopes to see an increase in this year’s state budget. Ms Kelly said this would equate to $29.4 million across all services over the next four years.

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IN LIMBO: Wangaratta Group Officer Lachie Gales has urged the State Government to increase support for Wangaratta’s fire response infrastructure. PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

From page 1 However, Wangaratta group officer Lachie Gales said the situation was fast becoming untenable, with urgent funding also required to develop a Wangaratta group headquarters, in an effort to actively manage and support the region’s 16 fire brigades. The group has resided sporadically at Wangaratta’s District 23 headquarters since 2004, but Mr Gales said the absence of a separate facility for the Wangaratta group meant it was now clouded in uncertainty. “Wangaratta hasn’t had a group headquarters for more than a decade - we’ve been doing our best to cope with a pretty ordinary situation for a long time,” he said.

“They (CFA officials) understand our situation and we understand their difficulties - the CFA funding model is deeply flawed - this is not a new situation, but we’re feeling the pointy end of it. “Without a group headquarters, our operation capacity is severely diminished and our ability to sustain coordinated and effective leadership of our brigades is at risk.” According to Mr Gales, existing budgeting demands within the CFA meant prioritising new infrastructure would jeopardise the provision of new tankers and vital equipment barring significant government assistance. He said he and other CFA officials

had formally reached out to Minister for Emergency Services Jaclyn Symes in recent weeks, but were yet to receive a response. “I’ve written to the minister - I spoke to her at the opening for the new SES building,” he said. “She’s well aware of our dilemma. “CFA are not in a position to resolve this without additional assistance the government will squeeze CFA to find funds in existing budgets. “We do not want to detract from the delivery of new tankers for our group or any other group - the CFA are absolutely empathetic with our situation. “I don’t think we’re asking too much to get the basic tools to respond in the way the community expects.”

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YELLA GOLD: The author with a nice Ovens River yellowbelly caught on a Predator lure last week. WE’VE had a late summer surprise over the past week, and that has come in the form of some of the best late summer Murray cod fishing that I have seen in the Ovens River. Usually I find the cod fishing to be a little bit hit and miss around Wangaratta at this time of the year, but the last week has been amazing. One evening I put my kayak in on the outskirts of Wangaratta at 7pm, and by 8.30pm I had caught five cod and lost two. I caught a combination of Murray cod and trout cod, ranging in size from 35cm to 50cm. I did not catch anything overly big, but the action was great. I have also fished downstream of Wangaratta in

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the lower reaches of the Ovens River where I have found the fishing to be better than usual. In the mix has been a few yellowbelly as well. Recent stocking of yellowbelly are really starting to shine through now as they are getting caught more and more frequently in the Ovens River. It is not just the Ovens that has been running hot for Murray cod, so too has the Goulburn River.

There have been a lot of cod caught in the Goulburn River around Murchison recently, including some larger fish over 100cm in length. Lake Mulwala has remained quite consistent over the last week with a steady stream of Murray cod being caught in a wide range of sizes from tiddlers, to 120cm monsters. If you’re looking to catch a Murray cod over the next week here are my tips:  For bigger fish, head to the Goulburn River anywhere from Murchison downstream;  For consistency head to Lake Mulwala;  I want to say for the best Murray cod action head to the Ovens River, but I am unsure how long this red hot bite will last as I have not seen it this good at this time of the year before.

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be hunted during the 2022 season. Species permitted include: Pacific Black Duck, Mountain Duck, Chestnut Teal, Grey Teal, Pink-eared Duck and Wood Duck. Regulations require hunters to make all reasonable efforts to immediately retrieve all downed game ducks and to salvage at least the breast meat from all harvested ducks. Only non-toxic shot can be used to hunt ducks anywhere in Victoria, with lead not permitted. Hunters are being reminded to review information to ensure accurate identification of waterfowl, humane dispatch methods and responsible hunting techniques. They are also being encouraged to monitor the Game Management Authority website before and during the season to see if wetlands have been closed to hunting or hunting has been further regulated. Earlier last week Wodongabased state MP Tim Quilty had taken aim at the govern-

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Mildest summer in decades By JEFF ZEUSCHNER

WANGARATTA has had one of its mildest summers in decades, with the maximum temperature failing to reach 40 degrees, and only exceeding 35 degrees on 10 days throughout all of December, January and February. Our highest recorded temperature for summer was 38.5 degrees on December 18, according to the Bureau of Meteorology. January’s hottest day was 36.4

degrees on January 1, while last month’s maximum temperature was 35.7 degrees on February 15. This is the first time since 1989 that the city’s maximum temperature in both January and February didn’t reach 37 degrees. February’s mean maximum temperature of 29.8 degrees was 1.2 degrees below normal, while the mean minimum temperature of 13.2 was 0.6 below the February normal of 13.8. January’s mean maximum temperature of 31.6 degrees was .5

degrees below the 33 year average and the mean minimum of 16.6 degrees was 2.3 degrees above normal. December’s mean maximum temperature of 29.4 degrees was .1 degrees above normal and the mean minimum of 11.5 degrees was .3 degrees above normal. Summer rainfall totalled 142mm, but it varied greatly throughout the months. December’s total of 10mm and February’s 16.2mm were well short of their respective monthly

Matinee celebration of Broadway’s best STAGE stars Ian Stenlake and Michelle Fitzmaurice will celebrate the megamusicals of Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber during a hit-packed matinee show at the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre tomorrow at 10.30am. The pair will present a narrative concert featuring over 20 memorable songs from

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King Valley residents meeting AN informal meeting with the aim of forming a King Valley Residents Association will be held tomorrow from 6pm until 7.30pm in the AC Swinburne Pavilion at the Whitfield Recreation Reserve. Residents from south of Moyhu through to Lake William Hovell, Rose River, Myrrhee, Edi Upper and surrounds who are interested in being a committee member or would like to find out more about the group, are encouraged to attend. Questions about the group can be directed to 0409 753 858.

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averages of 44.2mm and 42.8mm. However, January’s total of 115.8mm was more than three times the monthly average of 45mm over the past 30 odd years. January was punctuated by a series of storm fronts while February - our driest in four years - will be remembered for some rather unseasonal humid days, as well as the storm front which wreaked havoc on pars of the countryside from Milawa to Markwood.

A WANGARATTA man alleged to have assaulted a 14-year-old boy last year will remain in police custody. The 27-year-old faced Wangaratta Magistrates Court on Monday, appearing via video link from Wangaratta Police Station following his arrest in relation to two alleged assaults in September and October respectively. He faces charges of intentionally causing injury, recklessly causing injury, assault, assault by kicking, assault in company, and commit indictable offence while on bail. A 21-year-old female co-accused was placed on a 12-month Community Corrections Order early last month, after pleading guilty to using a bottle of alcohol as a weapon during the Greta Road altercation. The pair had previously been bailed in September, after a brawl at a licenced Wangaratta venue resulted in one victim being airlifted to a Melbourne hospital with a broken jaw. The accused is set to return to court on April 11.

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FACEBOOK users this week commented on a small section of the Wangaratta community that exhibited “disappointing behaviour,” abusing staff as they continue to enforce restrictions mandated as part of the vaccinated economy, according to council. Leslie Matthews: Sadly, I’m not surprised. Cp Bee: So... theyre enforcing double vaxxed to swim outdoors?

WE have been blessed this summer to have escaped any major bushfires. The relatively mild January and February have been the major factor and although there are no guarantees with the weather, it’s unlikely conditions will get much worse during the autumn. But that doesn’t mean we can take our eye off the ball and certainly the state and federal governments must continue to maintain and upgrade our firefighting capabilities. That’s why it’s disappointing there is not a hint of when or even if a new building or improved facility will be found for District 23 headquarters and incident control centre. The Ely Street District 23 headquarters and incident control centre were vacated ‘temporarily’ late last year and although District 23 has now returned to the site, senior CFA officers argue they remain inadequate. The incident control centre, which is among the busiest in the state, is now split between Wodonga, Shepparton and Ovens. While no-one expects an instant solution, they do deserve a genuine response from the government on what their intentions are. CFA officers do not want a new headquarters at the cost of fire equipment, they just want a fit for purpose facility to allow them to do their job to the best of their ability. There is a state budget due in May and at least funding for a feasibility study for a new headquarters would give local CFA officers confidence that the ball is rolling. The CFA has been through enough in recent years due to the restructure of our fire services and this would go a long way to proving to them that the state government doesn’t see them as a second tier emergency service.

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World Vision ready to help Ukraine children WORLD Vision has been gearing up and is ready to assist children affected by the crisis in Ukraine. The Australian charity and aid organisation is hugely concerned for the welfare of children, warning of the significant risks they face if the crisis escalates. If the situation deteriorates further, and humanitarian needs increase, World Vision will look to support people on the move and is ready to work with partners on the ground in Eastern Europe. The world is sick and tired of brutes and bullies ruling the world and leading to situations like this. It is heart-breaking that countless children will bear the brunt of this conflict, forced from their homes and schools as they flee in search of safety. World Vision was ready to support those affected, as the violence takes its toll on children’s physical and mental health, facing the loss of loved ones and destruction of homes. We are deeply concerned about the risk posed to the most vulnerable - children. To this end, we are prepared and ready if a larger humanitarian response becomes necessary. We call on all sides to promote peace, as we hope and pray for a solution to prevent a full-scale humanitarian crisis. World Vision helped 3.2 million people across its Middle East and Eastern Europe region last year with emergency response programmes, and it could call on this capacity to respond to the Ukraine crisis if needed. We are supporting our office in Romania to be ready to respond, should children and their families be forcibly displaced from Ukraine and need emergency assistance. The consequences for children affected by this conflict escalation are a huge concern to us. The focus here needs to be directed to protecting those most vulnerable to the escalation of this crisis - children. Daniel Wordsworth, World Vision Australia CEO

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ASSORTED GEMS: An exhibition curated by Ashlee Laing which brings together a selection of significant contemporary works from the Wangaratta Art Gallery and the Rural City of Wangaratta collections, is being held at the Wangaratta Art Gallery. Tonality shines a spotlight on a rich and expertly curated collection established over the past 40 years with a diverse group of artists from across the nation represented. Pictured is art gallery exhibition officer Susan Murphy next to one of the works. See it until April 14 in Gallery One. PHOTO: Kurt Hickling providing shelter and support to thousands of people as the flood emergency evolves. Record rainfall has created a huge demand for Red Cross support. Our staff and volunteers have rallied to meet this demand, in some cases in spite of the fact they have faced flood damage and isolation involving their own homes and families. Funds raised from the floods appeal will help Red Cross to provide immediate and longer–term humanitarian support to people across flood–devastated communities.” Our disaster relief assistance takes many forms, with volunteers and staff helping with evacuations, relief centres and outreach, and supporting people and communities to recover from these floods and to build resilience to disasters. About 18,000 homes have been flooded, dozens of roads have been cut, and more than 50,000 properties have lost power. Teams are on the ground in Queensland evacuation centres on the Fraser Coast, Sunshine Coast, Moreton Bay, Lockyer Valley, Ipswich, Brisbane and Gold Coast local government areas. The rain eased on Monday, but flooding continued as water flowed down swollen creeks and rivers, and tides pushed upstream. More support will be required to help our communities to respond to the disaster and its aftermath,” he said.

In northern NSW 12 Red Cross volunteers were working at evacuation centres in Lismore, Tweed Heads, Banora Point, Woodburn, Coraki and Casino. We hope the Queensland and NSW Floods Appeal 2022 will go a long way to helping Red Cross support the people and communities suffering as a result of this exceptionally severe event. We know from long experience in disasters in Australia just how generously Australians respond when others are doing it tough, and we urge them to again dig deep to help people get back on their feet. To donate to the appeal, go to https:// www.redcross.org.au/floodsappeal. Garry Page, Red Cross acting director Australian programs

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Mighty Minis set to cruise through to mark 60th anniversary By KURT HICKLING

MIGHTY MIDGETS: The mighty Minis will be cruising through Wangaratta on Thursday on their way to a major rally in Sydney this end. PHOTO: Minis on the Murray

coordinating the Melbourne leg of the run, is excited to celebrate the history of the mini and to meet up with hundreds of other enthusiasts across the country. “We have 12 classic minis which will travel from Melbourne who will meet up with around 400 other cars when we finish our journey in Sydney,” he said. “It’s an exciting time for the Mini and car owners alike to celebrate 60 years. The Mini Cooper S also holds a rich history at Bathurst marking a milestone for British and Australian motoring. In 1966, the mighty machine filled the top nine places at the iconic race, a feat that remains unbeaten in 40 years.

TO celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Minis’ manufacture in Sydney and the release of the Australian built Morris 850 in March 1961, the Mini Car Club of NSW presents Minis DownUnder 2021 this weekend. A dozen Mini coupes are set to journey from Melbourne to Sydney to mark the event and they will make a brief stop midmorning in Wangaratta tomorrow before cruising to Chiltern for lunch. The British classics were not only popular in the UK but were also a car of choice in Australia for the cruise around town or that popular trendsetter by the beach. Roger Bektash, who is

Firewood collection season opens throughout Victoria THE Autumn Firewood Collection Season for 2022 started across Victoria yesterday and closes Tuesday, June 30. Aaron Kennedy, director forest and fire operations of Hume region, said firewood can only be taken from designated collection areas in state forests or parks during approved times and for personal use only. Collected firewood cannot be sold. “Collection limits are in place to prevent stockpiling of larger

volumes of firewood, which is important to ensure there’s enough firewood on public land for people who rely on it to stay warm over winter,” he said. “Be sure to check local weather and forest conditions before heading out to make sure it’s safe before collecting firewood in your area.” Collection limits include taking a maximum of two cubic metres per person per day and a maximum of 16 cubic metres per

household per financial year. The felling of trees and cutting downed hollow logs for firewood is also prohibited. The Conservation Regulator, FFMVic and Parks Victoria conduct routine, random and targeted patrols of forest areas, and authorised officers issue on-the-spot fines for firewood offences, with an option to take people to court for major offences. Visitors from the Hume region

ignated collection areas is available at www.ffm.vic.gov.au/firewood. Any information the community may have about the illegal removal of firewood for sale can be reported to DELWP on 136 186. Access to firewood collection areas may be disrupted at short notice due to planned burning or other fuel management operations, more information can be found at https://plannedburns.ffm. vic.gov.au/.

and other parts of Victoria will no longer be able to access domestic firewood from state forests in Central Victoria, with new firewood restrictions taking effect yesterday. Only residents of specific Central Victorian shires will be able to collect domestic firewood from Central Victorian designated firewood collection areas. These shires include Mitchell, Strathbogie, and Greater Shepparton. An interactive map showing des-

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Two still missing in southeast Qld floods THERE are “grave concerns” for two men still missing in southeast Queensland’s floods, which have killed eight people and damaged at least 18,000 homes in the region. There were blue skies over much of the region on Tuesday morning but major flooding is under way on the Brisbane, Logan, Bremer and Mary rivers, and Warrill Creek after the torrential downpours of the past week. Police Commissioner Katarina Carroll says two men are still missing, one who fell

from a boat into the Brisbane River on Saturday and another who was washed away in his car near Glen Esk on Sunday. “We do hold great concerns for two missing people,” she told reporters on Tuesday. Queensland Fire and Emergency Services made another 16 rescues and responded to 256 calls for help overnight and into Tuesday morning. QFES Commissioner Greg Leach said they had also made 630 rescues and re-

sponded to 10,000 calls since the rain began on Tuesday, and there was still a backlog. “So we appreciate the patience of the public while we get to those calls,” QFES Commissioner Greg Leach said. “But of course if you have a life threatening emergency please dial Triple Zero, and we’ll get resources to you as quickly as we can.” Authorities immediate concern is at Waterford West and Parklands on the Logan River, which is peaking higher than it did when extropical cyclone Debbie hit

the region in 2017, and is set to inundate 200 to 300 homes. The Mary River is dropping at Maryborough after peaking at 10.3m on Monday night, 5cm above the 2017 flood level but below the city’s levee. More than 15,000 homes in Brisbane and 3600 in Gympie have been damaged by the floods and almost 40,000 properties were without power on Tuesday morning. More than 800 schools also remain closed across the southeast and about 600

roads are still cut by floodwaters. Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk says Brisbane received the equivalent to 80 per cent of its annual rainfall in two to three days, more than it did during the 1974 floods. Another 30 suburbs in the greater southeast region recorded one metre of rainfall over the same period with 1152 people in evacuation centres. “This event, in most instances, is bigger than extropical cyclone Oswald and

SUPPORT: Peter Dutton and Scott Morrison have announced Australia’s $70 million aid package to Ukraine.

ex tropical-cyclone Debbie, it’s bigger than 1974 in terms of the rain event,” Ms Palaszczuk told reporters on Tuesday. “And honestly, I don’t think anyone was ever expecting that we get this on the top of a two-year pandemic. She said the Brisbane River would remain at an elevated 3.5m level, after it peaked at 3.85m on Monday, for the next three to four days amid staged flood mitigation releases from Wivenhoe Dam upstream. -AAP

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Australia to provide $70m in Ukraine aid

AUSTRALIA will provide a further $70 million in support to Ukraine following the Russian invasion, including missiles and ammunition. The decision to send lethal aid was made following a meeting on Tuesday morning of federal cabinet’s national security committee Prime Minister Scott Morrison said the majority of the support would go towards lethal aid to Ukrainian forces through a partnership with NATO.

A further $35 million will be provided to international organisations as part of humanitarian relief efforts to provide people with shelter, food and medical care. Mr Morrison said he would not provide specifics of the lethal military aid that would be provided, due to national security concerns. “I don’t plan to give the Russian government a heads up about what is coming their way, but I can assure them it is coming your way,” he told reporters in Canberra.

“We will be answering the call from (Ukrainian) President Zelenskyy. He said, ‘Don’t give me a ride, give me ammunition’, and that is exactly what the Australian government has agreed to do.” The $70 million in lethal and non-lethal military aid was the “opening contribution” from Australia to the Ukrainian conflict. Mr Morrison said it was expected there would be further requests made over time. The prime minister has wel-

QLD dam releases are different to 2011 flood RESIDENTS are being reassured that controlled releases from Wivenhoe Dam will not cause the Brisbane River to rise above Monday’s 3.85 metre peak when thousands of homes flooded. Minor to moderate flood peaks are expected to continue with Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday’s high tides as affected residents begin the clean up. “We do expect the river to remain around that 3.5 metre mark or a little bit lower over the next few days,” Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said on Tuesday. The dam is now at more

than 170 per cent capacity with staged water releases likely to continue over the next week to increase capacity in it’s flood compartment. It has been a sharp increase from November when the dam was less than 40 per cent and water restrictions were being considered. Releases are expected until at least next Monday but will not exacerbate downstream flooding, Mike Foster from Seqwater, says. “We effectively held back the equivalent of four Sydney Harbours worth of water during this event,” he said on Tuesday.

Severe thunderstorms and isolated rain across catchment areas are expected on Thursday and Friday with much lower rainfall totals predicted. “There’s nothing on our radar that is causing concern,” Mr Foster said. The city received 80 per cent of its annual rainfall in three days in a “rain bomb” affecting the entire south east corner. Addressing suggestions that water could have been released prior to the weather event, Mr Foster said Wivenhoe is important for both flood mitigation and drinking supply. -AAP

comed efforts from other countries to impose sanctions on Russia and its government following the Ukrainian invasion. Mr Morrison said while the sanctions were working and having a serious impact on Russian progress, it was likely to lead to more aggression. “It is also likely to lead to an even more violent response from Russia,” he said. “Anyone who thinks the Russian government is just going to sit

there, I think, doesn’t understand the intent and the outrageous objective of President Putin.” The government is also receiving about 100 visa applications from Ukrainian citizens each day, which are being prioritised. The Sydney Opera House will be lit up in the colours of the Ukrainian flag on Tuesday night. It follows Parliament House in Canberra being lit up in the colours of the flag on Monday night in solidarity with Ukraine. -AAP

Victoria bins $800m property tax, reforms AN $800 million housing tax on property developments to fund social housing has been dumped by the Victorian government, blaming a “mischievous” scare campaign. The Andrews Labor government on February 18 announced plans to impose a 1.75 per cent levy on new developments of more than three dwellings to pay for building thousands of social and affordable homes from 2024. It argued the tax would affect less than 30 per cent of residential plan-

ning permits and could raise more than $800 million per annum to fund up to 1700 new social and affordable homes each year. Several key industry groups immediately expressed concern the levy costs would be passed onto home buyers, despite the government claiming they reached a deal to secure support for the levy alongside reforms to cut red tape for the sector. Treasurer Tim Pallas confirmed the tax and adjoining reforms would be dumped after meeting with sector leaders on Monday.

“They are done, they are dusted, they are finished,” he told reporters on Tuesday. He attributed the decision to the industry’s “negative” response and the spread of “misinformation” as part of a “mischievous” scare campaign. “They’ve sought to mislead and confuse the community into this being a net cost on housing,” he said. “It’s total nonsense and the government is not going to put up with the scare campaign of that nature.” -AAP

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Persistent breacher imprisoned REPEATED breaches of multiple intervention orders will see a Wangaratta man jailed for four months. The 41-year-old appeared via video link at Wangaratta Magistrates Court from Barwon Prison on Monday, when he pleaded guilty to persistent breach-related matters after repeatedly attempting to contact his former partner and newborn son. Police prosecutor Leading Senior Constable Sarah Williamson told the court the defendant’s partner had fled the relationship under advice from Child Protection Services shortly after giving birth to their son in 2020.

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She said between June 15 and August 1 last year, the accused had allegedly sent the victim 150 emails, with messages such as “you still love me” in the subject line. After receiving no response, he allegedly attached private images of the victim, which left his former partner feeling “panicked, disgusted and intimidated.” The behaviour further escalated on August 21, when the accused allegedly began creating social media accounts pretending to be the victim, before he began attempting to create Snapchat

accounts with the victim’s email on January 1 this year. He also pleaded guilty to breaching an intervention order taken out by his former partner’s mother, when he delivered a handwritten letter to her Wangaratta address under a false name, detailing how he would be able to find the complainant’s daughter if he wanted to. Fingerprint analysis of the letter found the defendant responsible. Defence counsel Geoff Clancy said the behaviour had let down family members who believed previ-

ously poor behaviour by the defendant was in the past. However, he said his client had taken considerable steps to rehabilitate himself outside this particular relationship, allowing him to spend time with his children from a prior relationship ahead of his arrest on February 10. Mr Clancy noted his client’s father was present in court during sentencing. “He had done a lot to get himself in a position where he could be around his children,” he said. “At the height of his offending, his family gave up

on him - his prospects for rehabilitation really aren’t that bad.” Magistrate Ian Watkins said the behaviour was worthy of a term of imprisonment, and said it was important those who came to the court seeking protection received it. “I’m really disappointed you embarked on this campaign of sending emails so soon after being released from custody,” he said. “You’ve had a lot of people put their trust in you - your kids aren’t kids forever. “My father never saw his

mother for 50 years - you don’t want to visit that on your own kids. “Your father has been there the whole way through - sadly he had to let you crash.” Mr Watkins said if the private images had been sent outside of the relationship, a prison term with parole would have been within range. “Your past history is not good - when you get out of prison, I don’t want to see you again.” He sentenced the man to four months in prison, with 18 days recognised as time served.

New roadmap to hearing elders’ voices

THE Yoorrook Justice Commission has today released its Roadmap to Hearing Elders’ Voices which outlines Yoorrook’s journey ahead covering the formal launch, commencement of Elders’ truth-telling and first formal hearings. The roadmap restates Yoorrook’s commitment to hearing from Elders first and foremost, ensuring the historic work of the commission is guided by, and grounded in, cultural authority. Covering five phases, the roadmap commences in March 2022, moving through the initial three phases of community preengagement, Yoorrook’s formal launch and Elders’ Yarning Circles. The findings from these initial phases will culminate in Yoorrook’s first Elders’ hearings starting from April 26. All five phases of the roadmap will contribute to the development of Yoorrook’s interim report which is due on June 30. Professor Eleanor Bourke, chair of the Yoorrook Justice

READY TO LISTEN: Members of the Yoorrook Justice Commission (from left) Professor Maggie Walter, Dr Wayne Atkinson, chair Professor Eleanor Bourke, Sue-Anne Hunter and Professor Kevin Bell AM QC. Commission, spoke positively about this announcement. “Elders voices are paramount,” she said. “Their voice will underpin truth and justice for First Peoples. “By prioritising Elders first, Yoorrook will ensure their stories and truths are captured and included as evidence in its final recommendations. “The roadmap provides a clear outline of the commission’s operations moving forward and demonstrates its commitment to putting Elders at the centre of this process.”

The first phase of the roadmap is First Peoples community preengagement which will begin this month. Yoorrook’s formal launch and ceremonial sitting will take place on March 24 and will mark the formal start of Yoorrook’s inquiry and will be grounded in cultural practices. Following Yoorrook’s formal launch, phase three will see commissioners visit Elders across the state in regional communities. These meetings, titled Elders’ Yarning Circles, will take place between March 28 and April 22.

The Elders’ Yarning Circles present a platform for Elders to provide insights into the process directly to the commissioners. Commissioners will also use these visits as an opportunity to go on country and attend sites of cultural and historical significance. The Elders’ truth-telling process will commence on April 26 and will run until the delivery of Yoorrook’s interim report. This will provide opportunities for Elders to speak and determine if they want their stories included in the official public record of the impact of

colonisation in Victoria. Further details of the support available to people participating the process, will be announced at the commission’s launch on Thursday, March 24. Yoorrook will invite knowledge-offerings and truth telling from all Traditional Owners and First Peoples in the second half of 2022, and from the broader Victorian community after that. To learn more about the Yoorrook Justice Commission, please visit the website at: https:// yoorrookjusticecommission.org. au/.

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Celebration of popular composers

Morning tea for local carers LOCAL carers - people who care for a friend or relative without pay - will be recognised for their efforts and contribution during a special morning tea being held on Tuesday, March 8. The Centre’s Supporting Carers Program and Sport North East are partnering with Community Accessibility and the Rural City of Wangaratta to host the special event. Carers are invited to enjoy a morning tea between 10am and 12pm in the gardens surrounding the Access Spot in King George V Gardens, Wangaratta, with scones and cuppas provided along with free entry in the raffle. As numbers are limited, RSVP is required for catering purposes by contacting Deb Humphreys on 0428 962 847 or email deb.humphreys@ thecentre.vic.edu.au.

AUSTRALIAN music theatre and television star Ian Stenlake will be joined by award-winning music theatre singer and actress Michelle Fitzmaurice for a show which celebrates popular music from the composing greats at the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre tomorrow. The narrative concert performance features over 20 hit songs from Broadway and London West End great Andrew Lloyd Webber, plus friends and influences like Elton John, Tim Rice and many more. With songs from Cats, Phantom of the Opera, Jesus Christ Superstar, Evita, The Lion King and many more, the matinee show will be held at 10.30am and tickets are only $22, available at www.wpacc.com.au or from the box office.

Irish dance spectacular FRESH from its premiere New York City run, “A Taste of Ireland - The Irish Music & Dance Sensation” will visit the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre on Saturday. It stars dancers from the West End’s Lord of the Dance, Riverdance and Gaelforce Dance, alongside Irish dancing world champions, in a spectacular show with all new sets, costumes and effects. With revamped classics like ‘Danny Boy’ and ‘Tell Me Ma’, the show is a live, energetic blend of well-known tunes, jaw-dropping acapella tap battles and world-class dancing. It will open on Saturday night at 7.30pm with tickets available at www.wpacc.com.au.

Wangaratta Cup race day ENJOY all the fun of a day at the races when the Winsec Savings and Loans Wangaratta Cup Day Races are held on Saturday. The popular event will include fashions on the field, plenty of live racing action and other on-course entertainment and activities, with plenty of outside grandstand seating for those looking to watch the races from a great undercover spot. A range of packages are available for families, friends and groups, with more information at www.country. racing.com/calendar/2022-03-05/ wangaratta-cup-day.

Wangaratta rod run this month LIVE THEATRE: Waves by Alice Mary Cooper will visit the Moyhu Soldiers Memorial Hall on Friday, March 11.

Theatrical event will make waves at the Moyhu hall THE historic Moyhu Soldiers Memorial Hall will be venue for intimate theatrical event which steps back in time to tell a delightful tale of fiction about a pioneering woman. Waves follows the story of Alice, a hospice care worker, who meets Elizabeth Moncello, the unofficial inventor of the butterfly stroke. Over many cups of tea, Alice learns how Liz - during her youth - taught herself how to swim by watching the aquatic life surrounding her small Victorian island home in the 1930s. With her incredible skill and determination, she makes it to the Berlin Olympics where she introduces the new stroke to the world and wins gold.

The play combines highly expressive storytelling, delicate movement and splashes of humour to tell the story of a life fully lived. It’s about having an idea and the courage, drive and desire to follow it through, to swim against the tide of history and expectations, and to achieve something that is truly incredible. While the character of Elizabeth is fictional, the work pays homage to the incredible pioneering female swimmers of the early 1900s and women “of a certain age” that society has largely forgotten. Waves was created and is performed by Alice Mary Cooper - an Australian, Edinburgh-based actor and theatre-maker.

Alice has been described as “a performer and storyteller dedicated to instilling a sense of wonder in her audience.” Alice makes work for all ages and is passionate about sustainability and making work that has the environment at its heart. The show Waves has toured extensively and was described by The Guardian as “a miniaturist gem”. Hosted by King Valley Arts Presents and partners, the local show will play on Friday, March 11 at 7pm at the hall in Bartley Street and the $25 ticket includes supper by the CWA. The doors and bar open at 6.15pm and tickets are available at www.trybooking.com.

Swanpool motor festival THE fourth Swanpool Motor Festival, featuring a massive collection of cars, motor bikes, trucks and more, will be held at the Albert Heaney Reserve in Swanpool on Sunday, March 13. The event will feature a swap meet and market stalls plus food and drinks, with local band Rattler playing favourite country and rock ‘n’ roll hits. Enjoy a family day out from 8am until 3pm, with entry $5 for spectators (children under 16 free) and $10 for display vehicles, which enters vehicles in a prize pool which exceeds $5000. All funds raised are used for the maintenance and upkeep of the oval and facilities.

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Term 1 2022 Students and staff delighted to be back to onsite learning for Term 1, 2022

Edi Upper Primary School’s motto is 'small school, big ideas, endless opportunities!’ 832 Edi Cheshunt Road, Edi Upper 3678.

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Term 1 2022

A positive start to the 2022 school year across the board AFTER an interrupted 2020 and 2021, students and teachers are delighted at being back onsite for the start of the 2022 school year. There are plenty of new buildings, playgrounds and yard works underway or in the pipeline for the remainder of this year and, for some, into next year. Literacy and numeracy are high on the agenda from Foundation and Prep classes through to senior years with many schools putting new programs in place or building on ones which have come about due to the pandemic. Play-based learning and taking advantage of students being able to get out into our picturesque natural environment to learn has also become a high priority. Children are being encouraged to join sports teams, community groups and other after school activities to reignite a sense of community and camaradarie and to keep them physically healthy and socially stimulated. Student mental health and wellbeing also continues to be a focus at schools as children re-learn to attend classes with school mates rather than family members and what is expected of them during lessons. For many in first or second grades, this will be their first longer-term taste of classroom learning and social skills since attending kindergarten pre-pandemic. The challenges, lessons and social disconnectedness we have all felt in the past two years is not entirely over just yet,

SETTLING IN WELL: Students across the region have made a good start to 2022.

however the future is looking positive and a more settled school year is expected. School themes embrace the past and the future - taking lessons from what we have been through while looking to empower our future leaders. Leadership, compassion, acknowledgement,

independence and engagement are not just words anymore, but rather keywords being taken to heart by students, teachers and whole school communities. Strengthening ties between home and school has never been more evident (and important) than now and support for

parents, students and teachers are at the forefront of masterplans taking shape. As our school communities take on term one, we look forward to sharing their news and achievements in our term two education feature, and as they arise throughout the year.

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Outdoor Education program is underway at Yarrunga Primary YARRUNGA Primary School are fortunate to have the expertise of Faith Atcheson leading their Outdoor Education program in 2022. Faith is taking students in prep to grade six to enjoy nature play, creativity and to connect to the outdoors. Younger students will explore the creek and bush next to the school while older students will go bush to a special hidden property in Eldorado. Students are looking forward to the challenges and teamwork of setting up a base camp which includes ensuring their shelters are waterproof using natural clay from the base of the stream. Early structures haven’t kept many of the students dry so far, so further investigation and hands-on practising is needed to improve the situation. Yarrunga Primary School staff are also reiterating the school values: Be a Learner; Be Responsible; Be Respectful. Delving into what each value means and how students can embrace each one every day ensures a harmonious school all working towards the same goal, along with giving the school community a sense of pride and a togetherness. Also in term one, the students are looking forward to a visit from an author and illustrator who uses recycled materials to create her art. There will be an opportunity for the children to create their own masterpieces from old books, brochures, gift wrapping, patterned cardboard coffee cups, patterned paper and cardboard and teaching staff and their guest are looking forward to seeing what they come up with.

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Funded three-year-old kinder sparks rise in numbers ENROLMENT of three-year-olds at North East Regional Pre School Association’s Wangaratta services has doubled since last year, with the introduction of funded kindergarten for this cohort. While NERPSA has run three-year-old kindergarten for many years, the State Government’s investment in the program means the five hour per week sessions are now funded, encouraging more parents to enrol their children for an extra year of playing, learning and making friends. “It was a bit of an unknown in terms of how many people would take it up, so it’s been great to see,” NERPSA manager Leigh Chadban said. “And there is opportunity for growth of the program going forward, with plans for three-year-old kindergarten to increase to 15 hours per week - the same amount currently offered to four-year-olds - by 2029.” She said enrolment in four-year-old kinder programs had also risen this year, with extra groups added to cater for the increased numbers, which were impacted by factors including people relocating to the region in 2021. Research shows that play-based learning is a powerful way to support children’s development, with its benefits lasting into the school years and beyond. Ninety per cent of a child’s brain develops by the time they turn five, and evidence shows that two years is better than one

PLAYING, LEARNING AND MAKING FRIENDS: James Tilson Kindergarten children Daisy Payne, Anastasia Jones and Benjamin Cuskelly have fun in the sandpit during outdoor play. PHOTO: Nick Richards

when it comes to early learning. A quality kindergarten program will have more of an impact for children who start at age three rather than four, and the benefits are even greater for children who are in vulnerable circumstances. Ms Chadban said the Victorian Department of Education and Training had offered incentives for those looking to work or upskill in the early childhood sector as it prepared to deliver funded three-year-old kindergarten, and these had also proved beneficial for the local group. “We have been able to use them and attract staff who have moved from Melbourne and others who are coming back, which has helped increase our numbers by eight new staff to the 80 who work across our 14 services, which now include Whitfield Community Childcare Centre,” Ms Chadban said.

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Term 1 2022 Off to a great start at Carra CARRARAGARMUNGEE Primary School is off to a brilliant start to the year and are incredibly thankful to have all their kids back on site. They would like to extend a warm welcome in particular to their new Foundation students and are thrilled to have such a large intake, their school numbers seeing quite a rise. As always, the social and emotional wellbeing of students is at the forefront of the Carra ethos, and this has never been more important after numerous lockdowns and a terrible bushfire before that. Carra now has numerous measures and programs in place to support students in this regard, including a part-time school chaplain, Play-Based Learning, professional development for teachers about trauma informed practice and, of

course, their lovely Therapy Dog Jean. In addition, the school has also received a substantial grant through the Active Schools Initiative to convert one of their buildings into an indoor gymnasium, with a professional instructor to join their team on a casual basis. Needless to say, active bodies and healthy minds are intertwined and this is yet another example of how Carra places the wellbeing of students at the forefront. The Carra Caterpillar playgroup is back up and running every Tuesday morning, providing a vibrant environment for young children to play and socialise with children their own age, as well as current students at Carra. The door at Carra is always open to new families and they invite you to see for yourself the unique opportunities that Carraragarmungee provides for your child.

PLAYTIME: Hamish Brauman, Adrian Seymour-William, Jarrah Waldhart, George Newman and Max Herrman-O’Brien.

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Connecting to Self, School, Community, Environment Courage: Be brave Aspire: Be your best and aim high Respect: Be kind and understanding Relate: Be Friendly and connect with others Achieve: Be a successful learner

Principal: Marie De Prada Carraragarmungee Primary School 1005 Wangaratta Eldorado Road, Londrigan 3678

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Leading the way in quality education WANGARATTA West Primary School is moving with the times and leading the way in quality education. “With caring and highly skilled staff, the school adopts effective teaching methods, while the modern buildings and stunning grounds providing a beautiful environment for the almost 500 students to both learn and play,” principal Miss Kristy Keenan said. Kristy said she is proud of what the school has to offer to students of all ages, and particularly of the amazing teachers on staff. “I cannot speak highly enough about staff - they care so deeply for the students in their class and are such excellent practitioners and role models,” she said. “We value a ‘back-to-basics’ approach through both the explicit teaching of skills and understandings as well as opportunities for students to explore and make discoveries for themselves. “Importantly, students are encouraged to make connections to real world applications, making the learning more relevant and meaningful to them.” The school delivers high quality programs for all students within the core curriculum areas of literacy and numeracy, overseen by assistant principal Danielle Ashmead. “We are committed to giving our staff access to incredible education consultants and resources, helping us to continually refine our approach to the teaching of literacy and numeracy in effective and engaging ways,” she said. “High quality programs extend to the extensive specialist programs, with

FULLY SUPPORTED: Willow Dodimead and Ronav Kumar from year 1 at Wangaratta West Primary School

the school offering year-long classes for Prep to six students in the areas of music, art, science, AUSLAN and physical education. “The school also boasts a 1:1 iPad program for students in years one to six in addition to a variety of robotics resources.” Wangaratta West Primary School

has again been chosen as a Professional Learning Community (PLC) Link school (model/exemplar school), one of only two in the Ovens and Murray area. “Our staff spend a significant amount of time each week working together to analyse student data and plan to each student’s point of need,” Kristy said

“They trial new methods and practices, reflect on the effectiveness of different approaches, and support each other to plan engaging, purposeful lessons. “Our pedagogical approach focuses not only on what the students are learning, but supporting students to understand how they are learning. “We explicitly teach and model valuable learning skills and dispositions so all students can say they are collaborators, communicators, problem solvers, selfmanagers, contributor, researchers and thinkers.” The school similarly places significant emphasis on creating calm, safe and happy classrooms within which learning can be fostered, as well as on strengthening students’ wellbeing and resilience. Assistant principal Xavier Norden leads the school’s comprehensive schoolwide wellbeing approach. “Our ongoing partnership with The Resilience Project further supports us to educate our students on gratefulness, mindfulness and empathy, while daily resilience or wellbeing lessons allow for the explicit teaching of skills and strategies,” he said. “Students are further supported by a full time social worker and part time chaplain, both of whom are available to assist students as needs arise.” Wangaratta West Primary School offers before school care (6:30-8:45am), after school care (3:20-6:00pm) and vacation care (6:30am-6:30pm) each holiday period). Contact the school today to arrange an individual tour, or go to their website and/ or Facebook for further information.

Full year of specialist classes in Science, Art, PE, Music & AUSLAN. Additional on-site services include a full time social worker, part time chaplain & speech therapist. 1:1 iPad program for students in Grades 1 – 6. Professional Learning Community (PLC) Link School (exemplar school). Comprehensive wellbeing approach focussing on safe, calm, happy classrooms. Priority placements go to in zone families and siblings. Out of zone places may be available. Please ƬȒȇɎƏƬɎ Ɏǝƺ ȒǔˡƬƺ ɎȒ ƺɴȵȸƺɀɀ ɵȒɖȸ ǣȇɎƺȸƺɀɎِ

2023 FAMILY TOURS Please contact Anna or Julie in our office to book your individual tour now.

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Galen’s future leaders

GALEN Catholic College is Wangaratta’s most established secondary college for students in years 7 to 12, offering one of the widest curriculums in the local area. Galen believes in creating a learning environment that enables its community members to engage in enriching activities that can improve individual learning experience beyond academic achievements. The student leadership structure aims to provide a systematic and engaging approach to student leadership development to ensure better outcomes for students while embracing their house culture system and College FIRST values Faith, Integrity, Respect, Self and Team. The year 12 cohort provides leadership across a number of areas including cocaptains, vice captains and house captain with the role of this group to advocate for their fellow students, develop their leadership capability and contribute to the wider community. The 2022 college theme ‘Known and Loved - We Begin Anew’ was selected by senior students as they look forward to the year ahead with renewed optimism. They asked their co-captains Mietta Habets and Xavier McKenzie and vicecaptains Fergus McNamara and Molly Canning why they applied for leadership

OUR FUTURE: Vice-captain Molly Canning, co-captain Mietta Habets, principal Darta Hovey, co-captain Xavier McKenzie and vice-captain Fergus McNamara.

roles and what they hope to achieve. “I see the role of a College co-captain as a way to lead from the front and to represent our school,” Mietta said. “It is way for me to further develop my leadership skills whilst simultaneously creating a positive impact in our school.” “I’m looking to take something away from the experience that will further

benefit me throughout the rest of my life after school,” Xavier said. “One of my best qualities is my ability to listen to people’s ideas and help work towards solutions,” Molly said. “I love meeting and collaborating with new people.” “I think a leader must not only be able to inspire, but they should also be able

to relate with the people that they are leading,” Fergus said. Galen’s new principal Darta Hovey is meeting regularly with the Year 12 student leaders. “I believe as leaders we are duty bound to provide real leadership opportunities to those we lead with, a real chance to navigate their own course,” Mr Hovey said.

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Providing more opportunities for local school students WINTON Solar Farm is delighted to support NE Tracks Hands On Trades Career Expo. The event helps to support and facilitate employment opportunities for young people in the region, connecting students with new industries and employers. Winton Solar Farm is also supporting the Social Enterprise Schools program, a student led initiative that brings together students, teachers, and local entrepreneurs to build skills and make a positive social impact. The community grants program was set up to deliver clear benefit to the region and its communities, with local jobs and skills a priority funding area. Winton Solar Farm is excited to see NE Tracks deliver these transformational projects and build skills and opportunity for young people in the region.

“The solar farm grants open up many new skills through the Social Enterprise Schools program for our region’s young people and will allow more local school kids to get involved in the event,” NE Tracks chief executive officer Danny O’Donoghue said. “On behalf of local schools, and especially students in North East Victoria we are delighted to receive these grants from Winton Solar Farm,” “It will help more students have access to a better resourced hands on careers day and help them to develop the skills they need.” The Hands-on Trades Career Expo will be held on Thursday, May 5, 2022. If you are an employer or organisation who would like to be an exhibitor at this year’s event, please contact Shane Crispin for further information on 0427 712 634.

HELPING HAND: The Hands On Trades Career Expo will be held on May 5, 2022.

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PHOTO: Wangaratta District Specialist Students Blake Batman & Olivia Scott, VCAL teacher Meg Rickard trying some of the PPE funded by frv Winton Solar Farm for the Hands On Trades Career Expo.

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Welcome to 2022 FOUNDATION SKILLS: Clara Silveira, Archie Altair and Tobi Wheeler with their drums.

Drumming for reading readiness THE Foundation students at Wangaratta Primary School have been enjoying the opportunity to hone in on their literacy skills every day through their new drumming program. With grant money and mentorship opportunities received through the Music In Schools Grant, teacher Georgia Mathewson is developing a program that focuses on pre-literacy skills, namely, phonological awareness. Phonological awareness is the ability to hear, distinguish and manipulate the sounds of speech and this is incredibly important for learning to read and write. In fact, “phonological awareness is more highly related to learning to read than tests of general intelligence, receptive vocabulary, memory skills and socioeconomic status” (Lonigan et al, 2009). “When children walk into my classroom on the first day of school, there’s always a wide range of abilities and life stories that have gone before them,” Georgia said. “In other words, not everyone is starting

from the same point just because they’re in Foundation and it’s the first day of school. “It’s encouraging then to hear that one of the greatest impacts on their learning to read and write has nothing to do with all of the baggage, but everything to do with phonological awareness, and that’s something I can have an impact on.” Like any new skill, phonological awareness skills, including rhyming and syllable manipulation, require lots of practice and repetition. Luckily for the kids at WPS, singing and drumming are some of the most engaging ways to get those reps in. Music learning has many other benefits, including the development of inhibitory control, gross motor skills and dexterity, as well as social skills and communication (the list goes on). Prospective new parents to the school are welcome for the first open morning in Term 1 on Wednesday March 30 from 9:30am to 10:30am to see the drumming program and other schoolwide programs in action.

MILAWA Primary School has commenced the year with great enthusiasm and excitement. All students returned after a well-earned break, refreshed and ready to continue their learning journey and it is hoped that 2022 is a year of consistency and that the days of remote learning are behind us. Parents and carers are acknowledged for their efforts over the last two years having gone above and beyond in their efforts to support their children and worked with dedicated staff to ensure learning continued. The school has set strong goals in their annual implementation plan with a continued focus on literacy, numeracy and student wellbeing. These areas provide the foundation for student growth and as a school they will be working hard in all areas. Staff are extremely motivated to ensure every student in their care is given the best support to achieve their learning goals. Specialist programs as well as the arts, science, physical education and Italian are offered. In 2022 two new programs - resilience and positive behaviours - will also be implemented, adding add to current strategies to support students with their wellbeing. The Resilience Project looks to embed the philosophies of gratitude, empathy and mindfulness across the whole school community with students, staff and parents to undergo training to build strong

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emotional intelligence together. Milawa will also become a school which promotes school-wide positive behaviours, a program provided by the Department of Education and one that will help to define expected behaviours for all associated with the school. Milawa Primary School has commenced a major building project as a result of receiving $138,000 to create an inclusive outdoor learning space for students. Staff and families are excited by the project as it will add to their great facilities and enable students to have learning opportunities in and outside of the classroom. To arrange a tour of the school, enrol your child or see what they are doing, contact Milawa Primary School today.

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Health and wellbeing focus within community leadership program THE Community Leadership Challenge (CLC) Program is an integral part of Wangaratta High School. The program encourages students to link their learning to real life situations in a local and global community context whilst working with a dedicated team of teachers and mentors. An early focus in the program is to develop empathy, which fuels compassion, the driving force in selecting their community project, and the learning focus of ‘do something for someone else in our community’. The students have started this term by looking at ways to help their own health and wellbeing. Our students were given the opportunity to travel to Lake William Hovell for their first excursion last week. The students were encouraged to practice being mindful on their walk around the lake socialising with others and working together were an area of focus. The students enjoyed working in small groups where they had to complete some challenges encouraging teamwork, communication, problem solving and strengthening relationships. By linking students with the real world, it allows them the opportunity to take control of their learning and develop the essential interpersonal and organisational skills that enables them to take their place as valued members of society.

TEAMWORK: Students Hayden Currie, Noah Scholte, Euca Boonzaayer, Luke Griffiths and Cale Castens-Hall work together during a Community Leadership Challenge (CLC) Program activity.

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GROW 2022 THIS year the shared theme for the Cathedral College Wangaratta school community is GROW. This stands for, Grit, Relationships, Opportunities and Wonder. Students will be encouraged to reflect on their understanding of GROW to think about how they can incorporate these qualities into all aspects of their learning at Cathedral College. “Likening the growth of a plant to the growth of our students is a perfect analogy,” director of studies Julie Findlay explained. “Much like a plant, every individual has their own unique growing conditions. “For example, plants may be moved around to find the perfect location for optimal growth. “For our students, this may be an opportunity to try something new and to grow as a result of this new experience. “Sometimes there is drought, frost, or flooding and the plant needs to weather these conditions to survive. “A plant always tries to grow towards the sun. “It is always striving to get the best light. It is hoped we can encourage our students to have this same thirst for wonder and learning.” “As we enter a new school year, it is always timely to think about how we can

GROWING TOGETHER: Bella Goodman, Erin Box, Hamish Dunbar, Imogen English, Hamish Kerr and Jack Fraser.

encourage and support our students to be the best they can be,” Cathedral College Wangaratta principal Nick Jones stated. “Having this shared theme across the college underpin our teaching and learning programs, we will be supporting and challenging our students to think about

how they can GROW this year. “Wonder is such a crucial, yet sometimes underestimated quality for students to be successful learners. “I hope that all our students develop a keen sense of curiosity and inquisitiveness which sees them seeking new knowledge

and an understanding of the world around them.” Cathedral College Wangaratta is accepting applications for enrolments for term two 2022. Please call the college on 57 222 344 or visit their website for further information.

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Run for fun and win $1000 for your school THE Wangaratta Marathon and Fun Run 2022 will take place on Sunday, March 20 2022. “We now invite all primary school-aged children to register for the 2km Primary School Challenge,” said Wangaratta Chronicle Marathon and Fun Run event manager, Karen Mayhew. “There will be two ‘waves’ for the Primary School Challenge - Racers and Chasers. “The Racers wave is for children of all ages who want to race hard and challenge themselves to achieve their best and no parents/carers are allowed to start in this wave. “The Chasers wave is for children of all ages and children can have an accompanying parent/carer. “All children in both waves will receive

FUN FOR ALL: Runners head off in the 2020 2km Primary School Challenge.

a customised medal at the finish and their official time will be published on the website.” The 2km Primary School event focuses on student participation, representing their particular school and earning points and while some students may like to race other entrants, there are no prizes or additional points for those achieving the fastest times. “Smaller schools will not be disadvantaged in the enrolment points system when compared to larger schools with factoring based on actual student enrolment numbers on the first day of the

new school year,” Ms Mayhew added. “Every student finisher in the Primary School Challenge is awarded one ‘Finisher’ point for their school. “A ‘Finisher’ point will only be awarded if the entrant has listed their school in their entry submission. “This is then divided by an enrolment factor and the school with the greatest tally of ‘Enrolment’ points will be declared the winner.” The winning school will be awarded a $1000 cash prize thanks to event partner R J Sanderson & Associates and will be given a perpetual trophy to display for 12 months.

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Primary school children who enter the 2km event may also enter a Community Team, but only if their parent or carer is also a member of the Community Team (entered in a longer event). A presentation will be arranged to take place at the winning school within a couple of weeks of the event. To register your child and their school, visit https://wangarattamarathon.com. au/ today or come into the Wangaratta Chronicle office. To ensure you are earning points for your school, choose the school name from the Team drop down menu.

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A culture for learning

WORKING HARD: Some of the 2022 Foundation students hard at work early in term one.

Set for a big year at Oxley

THE students and teachers have had a wonderful start to the year in 2022. There has been a lot of excitement among the community with the addition of our new group of Foundation students, new students into other year levels, the work that is getting done to complete the new facilities and the starting of our new outdoor classroom areas (an initiative from the Department of Education and Training). We have started 2022 with five classes. It has been very pleasing to be able to maintain the same staff at the school that we had in 2021. We will also be welcoming back two of our favourite teachers later this year, Chanel Vincent and Lauren Peters. Having five classes at the school is an initiative that is being driven by School Council. This number of classes has allowed us to start the year with no greater than 21

students in a classroom. Throughout 2022 the staff at Oxley Primary School are going to continue to build on the work that they completed in 2021 around writing. The aim of this work is to boost student confidence in writing through the empowerment of skills and knowledge. So far teachers have adapted the way that they are teaching writing at the school by making sure that there are daily 1:1 or small group, teacher conferences taking place. Later this term the Oxley Primary School will be running their major raffle. They have several very exciting prizes that will form the basis for this raffle. The aim of this raffle is to assist them to build enough funds to be able to get a new playground at the school. Parents and Friends will be trying to raise over $60,000 for the playground throughout 2022.

THE Moyhu Primary School has continued to develop a culture for learning. The staff at Moyhu are consistently looking at ways to engage, challenge, extend and support student learning through various programs so their students can be the best learners that they can be. One of the strategies they are using in the classroom is asking the ‘5 Learning for Success Questions’. What are we learning? What does success look like? How do we know we are successful? How can I be more successful? Where can I go for help? Creating a positive climate for learning within the classroom allows for the children to feel supported and empowered with their learning. Last year they launched their school values and their mascots. This has provided the school community with a shared understanding and a common language to support learning. Students have the confidence and are creating learning goals with their teachers in writing, reading and numbers. Students are able to observe and track their personal growth against previous work and new learnings are shared and celebrated as a group. To enhance learning at the school, they provide a 1:1 iPad program and this gives students the ability to be more independent in the learning process, helps them track and reflect on their learning and gives them access to thousands of resources focussing on literacy and numeracy that are not available in conventional classroom environments. They also work with a range of robotics and coding equipment to support their students in developing innovative and

ROBOT HOUR: Jackson Maskell, Ellie Evans and Jarrah Lewis enjoy the robotics equipment.

critical thinking, planning, problem solving, perseverance and teamwork. Moyhu’s culture for learning is also supported through physical development with the ‘Bluearth’ movement and mindfulness program. Already this year students have attended the aquatic centre in Wangaratta to add a deep-water experience to the swimming program run at their own swimming pool at Moyhu Primary. Moyhu Primary school provides a wide range of learning experiences for their students including the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program, visual art (MACC van), library (MARC van), music and performing arts and Italian language program. They look forward to continuing to grow this positive learning community in 2022 with all the exciting learning experiences and opportunities that their small school offers. If you are interested in learning more about Moyhu Primary School call (03)57279298, visit them on Facebook or visit http://moyhups.vic.edu.au and take the virtual school tour.

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If you are looking to enrol your child in 2022 or 2023, please contact our Principal Tim Seal or Business Manager, Jaye Miller on 03 57273312 to tour our school and chat with our community.

OXLEY PRIMARY SCHOOL TEL: 03 5727 3312 Email: oxley.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au

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New student leaders are of high quality STAFF and students at Appin Park Primary School have had a very smooth start the beginning of the 2022 school year. They have welcomed several new students as well as their new Foundation class, who have all settled in well. Staff and students are excited to be able to start the year onsite and remain positive that most events and activities will be able to go ahead as normal with COVID safe measures in place. The year 6 cohort are proudly wearing their new school shirts and continue to actively demonstrate the school values of Respect, Responsibility and Caring as positive role models for the rest of the student body. At the Webex assembly on Monday morning, the student leadership team for

LEADERS: House captains (standing) Liv Day, Max James, Keira Wohlers and Charlotte Walker. School captains (seated) Bella White, Lenny Campbell, Charlie Bell and Emily Martens.

2022 was announced. Students had prepared speeches that were delivered to their peers who then voted for who they thought would be represent the values of our school. Staff were extremely impressed with the quality of student presentations and agreed that all showed strong leadership qualities.

Ground works are continuing at Appin Park Primary School with progress being made on a new sports court with lighting, to be completed early on term two. This will provide increased court and playing space for the students and sit alongside the school oval and playgrounds of which they are very proud. Staff and students will continue to have a

strong focus on supporting positive mental health and wellbeing. Students are completing specific lessons in all classrooms through the Respectful Relationships program and discussing strategies they can put in their own wellbeing toolkit to support them as they face challenges in what has been an uncertain environment.

Appin Park Primary School

Students and staff are excited to begin a new school year and look forward to sharing our 2022 journey with our local community.

Learning for living I show respect I am responsible I care Fiona Carson, Principal Appin Park Primary School

149 Appin St, 03 5722 1326 Wangaratta VIC 3677 appinparkps.vic.edu.au email: appin.park.ps.@education.vic.gov.au

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DARREN ‘DARTA’ HOVEY

MICHELLE BOOTES The vision for Wangaratta High school is to empower all students to grow academically, socially and emotionally. We provide an outstanding learning environment built on high expectations for success that will enable all students, with support, to experience quality teaching within a positive climate for learning. The start of the year has seen the school welcome all of our new Year 7 students along with increased enrolments across all year levels. We continue to support students who need to catch up via the Tutor Learning Initiative (TLI) and the Middle Years Numeracy and Literacy (MYLNS) program. Tutor teachers will support students for literacy and numeracy in Mathematics and English classes. Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) is an integral focus of the school curriculum to ensure that we have happy, healthy and active students from Year 7 to Year 12. The Social and Personal Development Program sets out to teach a range of skills including those necessary to: understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships and make responsible decisions. Research shows that student mental health and engagement in learning improves when they are taught SEL, leading to an average 11% gain in academic achievement. We value the learning that comes from students challenging themselves with new experiences and environments, particularly in Co-Curricula programs: Drama, an outstanding music program, creative and critical thinking in technology, youth parliament and opportunities for students to participate in an overseas personal challenge program. We would like to invite parents who wish to enrol their child for Year 7 in 2023, to an Information Night to be held in the Flexible Learning Centre on Thursday 17th March at 6pm. Wangaratta High School is proud to be the only school in this area to offer an accredited SEAL program. The Select Entry Accelerated Learning (SEAL) Program is an innovative program for highly able students that has been running successfully at Wangaratta High School for more than a decade. The program has attracted some of the brightest regional students who move through sections of WANGARATTA HIGH SCHOOL 17-49 Edwards St, Wangaratta Phone (03) 5723 0500

the Year 7-9 curriculum at a faster pace in a separate class group. This program helps to meet the needs of gifted and high achieving students. Acceleration provides for a faster curriculum which is non-repetitive, gives students an opportunity to work with more complex and abstract course material, and it provides an adaptive and challenging learning environment. Certainly, our outstanding VCE results in 2021 attest to the SEAL program and other educational initiatives explored by the school. We will continue our work with the wider community this year in developing the Community Garden Project as we seek additional funding to complete the second and third phases of this project. The purpose of the garden is to create a shared garden that welcomes everyone, to provide students and community with the opportunity to grow and eat fresh produce, to strengthen a sense of place and belonging for WHS and Wangaratta Township, and to connect parents and local community members. The garden will also provide an outdoor teaching classroom that focusses on sustainability issues and expose students to handson environmental education. The completion of a Hospitality kitchen this year will be an integral part of continuing the Community Garden Project. Student health and wellbeing is integral to all aspects of school life. At Wangaratta High School we see this as a shared responsibility between school, home and the community. We aim to ensure that a safe and supportive environment is created and maintained so that the experience of teaching and learning is enriched for the school community. In March, Wangaratta High School will be excited to welcome the new Executive Principal, David Armstrong, to our community. David is a very experienced Principal who has worked across all sectors of education and he is currently the Principal of the International School in Vanuatu. I am sure that Wangaratta High School will thrive under his very experienced leadership and I wish him all the best. I would like to thank the Wangaratta community for their support over the past few years, as I have enjoyed working with the school community and I will miss Wangaratta High School.

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A new start for a new year I am a Principal who believes in working as a team regardless of our role, to put our students first and to model what I expect through action. In my first two weeks this has taken shape through engaging with our college and community. I have met with each home room group, served toasties and fruit to our students at Breakfast Club, taken replacement classes and have been out to the oval during lunch to kick a footy with a few groups. We welcomed over 190 new students in their first official day as a Year 7 Galen student and also a number of new Senior School students for the 2022 year, so I am not alone in a new start. The warm welcome from staff, students and community has made for an excellent start and I have the benefit of being a local resident of Wangaratta and through my involvement in the local footy club to know many of our students and families. I believe that each student must have a pathway to success based on their gifts and talents. For this to happen for all students we need to make sure that there are multiple learning pathways. At Galen Catholic College our students can immerse themselves in academic, practical and vocational pathways allowing their gifts and talents to shine. As leaders we are duty bound to provide real leadership opportunities to those we lead, giving them a real chance to navigate their own course. Regardless of what your experience has been before you become a principal, regardless of the size, sector, or the roles you have had previously, we all start “green.” The unique experience of sitting in “the chair”

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cannot be underestimated and every new principal must understand the bedrock, the foundation upon which the community they are entering, is built on. A colleague once said that understanding the 11th Commandment was the most important: the commandment of the corridor. It is the culture of the community, what we see and experience as we interact with those who live and breathe the day to day, and not that which is broadcast on the annual review or a glossy strategic plan that is important. Gaining a deep understanding of the community can only be done through forming meaningful relationships with all staff and students. This relationship will give a window to what has happened and where our community wants to go. But this takes time, much more than one term. At Galen Catholic College we are an inclusive Catholic community. We welcome all regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identification or the gifts and talents each student brings to our community. Through our teachings from the gospel such as Luke 6:31 we can ensure our college community is able to “Treat others the same way you want them to treat you.” Last week our Year 12 students received their jumpers which is one of the many important rituals in their last year of school. The jumper will be a lasting memory of their time at Galen Catholic College and we look forward to supporting each student in their studies and taking the last few steps together in their journey to their future pathways. If you are ever curious to come and explore what Galen has to offer and the pathways open to our students, I invite you to contact the main office to organise a tour.

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2022 Term 1 2022

EDUCATION IN FOCUS DATES

While these are just some of the challenges we have experienced so far, our predominant feeling is simply gratitude that we have the opportunity to be back together to learn, laugh, play and grow with each other again. GROW is our school wide theme for the 2022 school year at Cathedral College. GROW is an acronym for Grit, Relationships, Opportunities and Wonder. Together we will be encouraging our whole school community to focus on the important characteristics and opportunities which will assist them to achieve in all aspects of their learning and personal growth. Wonder is such a crucial, yet sometimes underestimated characteristic for students to be successful learners. I hope that all our students develop a keen sense of curiosity and inquisitiveness which sees them seeking new knowledge and an understanding of the world around them. Self-directed learners who ask questions, seek understanding, and communicate ideas are some of the important qualities that a Cathedral College graduate is supported to develop. The continued refinement and development of contemporary and highquality teaching and learning continues to be a focus for Cathedral College in 2022. With the introduction of our Bring Your Own Device Program in the Secondary School and our One-to-One iPad Program in the Junior School, our staff continue to ensure that students are immersed in an engaging and progressive learning environment which allows for differentiated and personalised learning. As a future focussed school, we continue to analyse and evaluate the skills that our young people are going to need to successfully contribute to the modern world. We understand that our young people not only need to acquire foundation and technical skills (including high-level literacy and numeracy skills), but they must also develop the ability to be active problem solvers, effective communicators of ideas and an entrepreneurial mindset with

an appetite for ongoing learning. This requires us as educators to provide our students with immersive and real-world learning experiences that go beyond the traditional classroom environment. Our Year Nine Social Enterprise Program is one such example where our students are exposed to a real-world learning experience which requires collaboration, teamwork, and an ability to effectively communicate ideas. In 2022 the mental and emotional health of our staff and students remains a key priority as our community recovers from the challenges that the pandemic has presented over the past two years. Cathedral College is proud of our inclusive and supportive school culture and while we have all been challenged during periods of remote learning and lockdowns, our strong sense of community has served us well in challenging times. Our Anglican identity remains a key pillar for a Cathedral College education and in 2022 we are very excited to see our new chapel completed. The College Chapel, which presides in the heart of the school grounds will provide a beautiful space for students to experience chapel services and other presentations which supports their spiritual and emotional wellbeing and growth. The College Chapel will also be a space for students and staff to come together to reflect, respond and celebrate many life experiences. Our chaplaincy team are key members of our pastoral and wellbeing staff and this venue will provide another facility to support students in their time of need. Our new College Chaplain, Reverend Doctor Mark Mickelburough, is very excited to have joined The College in 2022. Reverend Mark is an experienced educator who also has a passion for the outdoors. Reverend Mark has been working for Parks Victoria and he is very much looking forward to working with our students to explore their spirituality and to strengthen their understanding of our Christian values and ethos. At Cathedral College we are certainly looking forward to the new school year with positivity and optimism. The resilience and perseverance that all our students continue to demonstrate is certainly an inspiration to all of us. I am extremely proud of the education we offer the fine young people in our care and I extend a warm welcome to come and visit us and discover what a Cathedral Education encompasses.

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UNDER CONSTRUCTION: Students Logan Webb, Lacy Solimo and Kaite Lappin worked as a team to construct their 3D structure using only jelly beans and toothpicks.

Building creativity Appin Park Primary School MEMBERS of Mr Kerlin’s year 5/6 class were keen to explore another side of their creativeness and understanding of construction. With only jelly beans and toothpicks to use, teams of three students had to work together to build a variety of 3D shapes and structures. The tallest structure competition was a challenge, as the students had to work out the best shape to use for a base

and then how to use the toothpicks to make it stable to build up from. Some impressive builds were created, although further learning on making something stable was noted and reflected upon, as there was some distinct sagging near the apex. Students showed a great deal of self-control, not eating any of the jelly beans until the session had finished - a challenge in itself.

MEET AND GREET: Polly Ryan and Ava Ryan (at left) meet up with Hypatia Fidge and Fiona Oon.

Great start

Cathedral College Wangaratta PREP students are settling into their new routines. They are enjoying the opportunities to learn while also making new friends.

WHEELY FUN: Arlo and Scout Whitehead, Ethan Millis, Leirah Hallinan and Jenson Morris posed for a photo on their arrival to school, during the Ride to School day event.

Ride2School Day Oxley Primary School MANY students enjoy taking part in Ride2School Day each year. National Ride2School Day is a program encouraging students to get physically active on their journey to school.

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Young leaders TOP JOB: Fellow students looked on as principal Marie de Prada presented schools captains Isla Waldhart and Oskar Jansson with their badges.

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Carraragarmungee Primary School IT is the time of year when some students step up and take on leadership roles at their school. At Carra, this year’s school captains Isla Waldhart and Oskar Jansson were presented with their badges by principal Marie de Prada.

If the sky is clear and the wind is dry, are you more likely to be within a high pressure system or a low pressure system?

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When you hit your funny bone, what are you actually hitting?

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Quiz answers: 1. The pulmonary arteries are the only arteries that carry deoxygenated blood. They run from the heart to the lungs. 2. The temperature of a saltwater croc’s egg determines its sex. If the egg is kept between 30 and 32 degrees Celsius, the crocodile will probably be a male. Hotter or colder and it will be female. 3. High pressure systems often bring clear skies and dry winds. 4. False. Birds are insensitive to capsaicin, so they can eat chillies without it tasting hot. 5. Your funny bone isn’t a bone, it’s actually a nerve.

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Mental wellness support is strengthened across region

Grants available to strengthen rainbow communities

By RYAN MALCOLM

By LEAH ANDERSON-BYRNE

A NEW crop of mental health first aid personnel will see vital awareness further disseminated throughout the region. Hearten Up was a runner up in last year’s rural city Australia Day awards for Event of the Year, and recent mental health awareness training provided late last year continued to build on the strong foundation established in 2020. Program founder and former Wangaratta resident Joel Clapham said it was important to establish a diverse variety of individuals comfortable with tackling mental wellness in the community. “Being able to have skilled and confident people in the community to support others is so important,” he said. “Some of the programs in the community over the last few years have been fantastic, things like R U OK? Day has pushed the conversation. “Our program is about going beyond asking ‘are you okay?’ because the answer is not always going to be yes. “It’s about establishing frameworks.” The most recent bout of training took place at Wangaratta Library in conjunction with the Grit and Resilience Program in late November, with 22 new mental health first aid personnel emerging from the session to impart their knowledge

LGBTQIA+ organisations will share in $700,000 funding to help them grow and strengthen as part of a new round of grants from the State Government. Minister for Equality, Martin Foley, said applications are now open for the LGBTQIA+ Organisational Development Grants. “LGBTIQ+ community organisations and groups play a vital role in creating a safer and more inclusive Victoria for our diverse rainbow communities,” he said. “This funding will help ensure the long-term viability of these organisations and support the incredible work they do for LGBTIQ+ communities across the state.” The grants will support the growth of established and emerging organisations, allowing them to continue their role in driving equality for LGBTIQ+ Victorians, including LGBTIQ+ people with disabilities, LGBTIQ+ Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those based in regional and rural areas. Funding supports a range of activities including training to build the capacity of staff and volunteers, expanding operations into regional and rural areas, and developing strategic plans to better engage diverse LGBTIQ+ communities. Applications are open until March 25. To apply or for more information visit www.vic.gov.au/lgbtiq-organisational-development-grants.

TRAINED UP: Members of Hearten Up’s most recent session included (from left) Jess Whitehead, Tracey Corsini, Variann Davern, Emily Morris, Melissa Murdock, Liam Murdock, Adrian McNamara, Travis McKenzie, Tim Webster and Rick Marklew. PHOTO: Joel Clapham throughout the community. Mr Clapham said providing a second training session to follow on from 2020’s inaugural success in the rural city had been special. “To be able to train a bunch of people in Wangaratta where I grew up, it was so incredible for my

sense of connection during what had been a difficult year,” he said. “We were able to train at Wangaratta Library; we had two groups of people become mental health first aiders. “All sorts of people from different backgrounds came along; we

had parents and children, partners, sportspeople - some were teachers, others were retirees, and they’ll be able to take those skills and support the people around them. “They’re all people who genuinely care about the community.”

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A slow but fun start for Probus

(March 21 to April 19) The adventurous Aries won’t be disappointed with taking on a new challenge, despite some initial misgivings. Look for this move to open other opportunities down the line.

By LEAH ANDERSON-BYRNE

LADIES PROBUS WANGARATTA

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TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Let that

THE club had a good attendance at the first meeting for 2022 at Wangaratta Club, even though the day has changed to the second Monday of the month. We had to have a minute’s silence for Shirley Holland’s husband who passed away as the result of an accident, members gave their sincere sympathy to Shirley and family at this sad time. It was pleasing to induct three new members at this meeting. Lola Clarke was introduced by Helen Baker and Bill and Dianne McLaughlin were introduced by Bernie Holmes. We wish them fun and friendship and happy times with our club.

LADIES Probus of Wangaratta held their Christmas luncheon at the Gateway on December 13 when 55 members attended and enjoyed a lovely meal and a great catch-up. New member Paula Moncrieff was inducted. The club’s charity for this year was the Carevan for whom they raised $230; a great effort. 2022 we will celebrate our 30th birthday in February with a Luncheon at the Gateway. A trip to Beechworth to dine at Billson’s Brewery was planned for February 9 and a car rally is planned for March. All groups have taken a little break until the end of January so nothing else to report.

beautiful Bovine smile not only put you at ease, but also show that you’re ready, willing and more than able to confound the naysayers around you. A new admirer has important news.

GEMINI

(May 21 to June 20) Be careful how you handle a relationship that you’re hoping to save. You already have the facts on your side. Avoid weakening your position by embellishing it with unnecessary dramatics.

CANCER

(June 21 to July 22) Taking definitive stands isn’t easy for the often-wavering Moon Child. But you not only need to stay with your decision, but also to reassure others it was the right thing to do.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) As a proud

Lion, you’re right to be upset about those who might be lying about you to others. But the best revenge is proving them wrong by succeeding at what you set out to do.

Activities ladies reported on a successful Christmas lunch at the Gateway Hotel. Club breakfast was on January 12. In March we hope to get enough members and friends to go on a six day trip to Broken Hill. Phone Helen Baker on 0448 288 474 if you would like to join us. Also a trip to see Moulin Rouge is in the pipeline. We would go by bus and stay overnight and return next day. Ring Helen if interested. After morning tea we were

entertained by Arthur and Avril Annett as guest speakers. They spoke of their decision to go on a working holiday around Australia. Eventually they stopped at Mt Isa where Arthur got a job at his trade as a motor mechanic at the Mt Isa Mines. He undertook training and was required to work 2km underground servicing the mining trucks. This was a fantastic experience for Arthur and members were enthralled to hear these stories. Thanks Arthur.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22).

Caution is still advised before making a financial commitment to a “promising” project. Look for the facts behind the fluff. Devote the weekend to loved ones.

Newman, the roving pigeon hits the street to talk Fevola

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SCORPIO

(October 23 to November 21) A romantic situation creates some chaos for single Scorpions. But it’s well worth the effort to work things out. A trusted friend can offer some helpful advice.

SAGITTARIUS

(November 22 to December 21) Expect to make new friends as your social circle expands. Also, remember to tell that family member how proud you are of his or her achievements.

CAPRICORN

(December 22 to January 19). New ventures continue to be favoured. And with your self-confidence rising all the time, you’ll want to see how well you can do with a new challenge. So, go to it.

AQUARIUS

(January 20 to February 18) This is a good time for the usually seriousminded Aquarian to let loose and enjoy some fun times. Expect to get good news about a workplace issue.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20)

Changed plans might upset some people, but your needs should be respected. Offer explanations when necessary. But don’t let yourself be talked into changing your decisions.

WANGARATTA’S image may be about to cop a battering after Sam Newman recorded a segment for The Footy Show’s Street Talk in Reid Street on Monday. Dressed as a giant pigeon, Newman wandered up and down the street, picking out residents to ask about Brendan Fevola’s decision to play with the Yarrawonga Pigeons this year. He said he was confident Fevola would do well on and off the field this year. “How do I think he’ll play,” Newman said. “What, in Yarrawonga? “He’ll belt the living suitcase out of you. “That’s what I reckon

but what would I know?” When asked what reaction he’d had in Wangaratta, Newman said “the jury’s out on me as a pigeon”. Then someone yelled at Newman as they drove past the intersection of Reid and Murphy streets. “There you are, now there’s the reaction I get,” he said. “I’m not sure what he said but I think it was abusive.” The Footy Show returns to air on March 15 and the Wangaratta Street Talk is likely to be featured in one of the first episodes.

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KING VALLEY NEWS

Covering Moyhu, Edi, Myrrhee, Whitfield, Cheshunt and Whitlands areas

Natural themes embraced for Whitfield playground NATURAL and sustainable elements are expected to be key themes in the design of an adventure playground and visitor hub in Whitfield’s main street, to be built later this year. The Rural City of Wangaratta held at meeting at the site last week to discuss the $450,000 project, one of four underway as part of the King Valley Prosecco Road Revitalisation Project. A small group of about 10 people attended the informal gathering where they were invited to provide their thoughts and ideas for the site located opposite the garage and childcare centre. Resident Rosie Suter said it was a positive meeting and she was encouraged by council’s ef-

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forts to actively engage and take on board the suggestions made. “It felt like everyone was pretty much on the same page when it came to what we hoped for the design of the site,” she said. “We were pleased to hear it could be a natural looking shared space, using natural materials.” Manager infrastructure, planning and delivery Marsha McMonigle said council agreed with taking a more natural and sustainable approach to both the play equip-

ment and public amenities. She said the meeting was very much about “everything being on the table and building what the community is after” - including ensuring there would still be room to park vehicles. “The community said that no one really uses the barbecue, but they do need more seating and shade for people who come to eat their lunch,” she said. “Artwork may be included but it might have a play element but a natural-looking, environmentally-friendly and sustainable space would be created that was also low maintenance.” Ms McMonigle said specifications had now been compiled which will reviewed before a

tender goes out for the design and construction of the site in about two weeks’ time. Two alternative concept designs will then be presented to the community for feedback - expected to happen in May before the final design is settled upon and construction takes place mid-year. It is expected an amenities block of some sort will remain, along with the train shelter, while the bike pump station might be relocated, dependent upon the outcome of the final design. A meeting on another project - the share pathway cycling trail from Edi to Cheshunt - will be held at the Whitfield Recreation Reserve on Wednesday, March 16.

ELDORADO Carpet Bowls is held every Thursday from 12.45pm at the Eldorado Community Hall. All the group’s events are held at the Eldorado Community Hall. WANGARATTA Newcomers will hold their next gathering on Thursday, March 3 from 2pm to

World Day of Prayer in Moyhu on Friday THE King Valley churches are holding their World Day of Prayer event at All Saints Anglican Church in Byrne Street this Friday at 10am. This year the focus is on England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with a guest speaker who grew up in Northern Ireland to speak at the event. Morning tea will be served afterwards and all are welcome.

Craft in Cheshunt ENJOY a craft session at the Cheshunt Hall today from 11.30am with all welcome.

THE King Valley CWA will celebrate International Women’s Day at the Mountain View Hotel in Whitfield on Tuesday, March 7 at 6:30pm. It will be a social gathering (no meeting) with RSVP to Mary-Anne to confirm numbers or visit the Facebook page for contact details.

Add some colour to your garden and support local children by taking part in Myrrhee School’s 2022 bulb fundraiser. Students Xavier Graham and Darcy Fox say there are heaps of bulbs to choose from, all supplied direct to purchasers by well-known company, Tesselaar’s. The school receives 40 per cent of total sales from this fundraiser which will go towards the purchase of specialised reading books for students. Orders can be placed online at www. bulbfundraiser.com. au/MYRRHEEPS until 15th April unless sold out.

WANGARATTA Senior Citizens Club will host an in-house movie, ‘Old Yeller’, at the clubrooms in Tara Court, off Ford Street, from 1.30pm today. The club is also planning its monthly breakfast at the Wangaratta Gateway on Friday from 8am. Carpet bowls will run tomorrow and on Monday from 12 noon. Euchre will be held on Friday at 1.30pm, with cards (500) and hoy on Tuesday, also from 1.30pm, at the clubrooms in Tara Court, off Ford Street.

NORTHEAST Health Wangaratta (NHW) will hold a COVID-19 outreach vaccination clinic at the Mountain View Hotel in Whitfield tomorrow from 12pm until 6pm. No appointments are required but all those attending are asked to bring their Medicare card.

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GARDEN FUNDRAISER:

WANGARATTA Sing Australia Group meets each Wednesday from 7.30pm to 9pm at Purbrick Hall, next to Holy Trinity Cathedral. Everyone welcome. For further information, call Cheryl Hoysted on 0419 005 062.

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Autumn harvest event at Cheshunt SUSTAINABLE King Valley invites the community to its Autumn Harvest event being held at the Cheshunt Hall on Saturday, March 19 from 2pm until 4pm. The event will also mark the launch of the King Valley food hub - a space for the community to connect, learn, share skills and knowledge about growing and sourcing quality local food. Located at the hall, the hub will be an ongoing outlet to purchase local and bulk food and share excess produce. Autumn Harvest will be interactive and engaging with information on fruit fly management, climate adaptation, recycling and renewable energy with all welcome to come along. 3.30pm at Apex Park, ideal for anyone who has recently moved to the area and would like to meet others who have also made the move. Feel free to bring along a coffee from a nearby café or a thermos, as well as a chair, and join the group for a cuppa and chat. For more information, phone Susan on 0412 497 183 or Ann on 0435 275 864. THE next meeting of the Wangaratta Garden Club will be on Thursday, March 3 at 1.30pm in the Seventh Day Adventist Church Hall, Phillipson Street Wangaratta. Special effort for the month is a container of silver/grey foliage. There will be a mini-show and plant stall. Covid rules will be adhered to, and all vaccinated are welcome. THE King Valley Churches will hold their World Day of Prayer at All Saints Anglican Church in Byrne Street, Moyhu on Friday, March 4 at 10am. This year, the focus is on England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with a guest speaker who grew up in Northern Ireland attending.

SOCIAL CALENDAR Morning tea will follow, all welcome. THE Saturday Quilters will hold their next meeting at the Wangaratta Small Bore Rifle Club, off the river end of College Street, on Saturday, March 5 from 10am to 3pm. The group meets on the first Saturday of every month, observing current COVID requirements, with all past, present and prospective members welcome to attend. For further information contact Colleen on 0427 221 138 GROW, a peer support group for mental wellbeing, meets at Benalla’s Waminda Community House, 19 Ballintine Street, on Mondays from 10.30am. All welcome, no cost, phone 0448 052 769 for more information. WANGARATTA Concert Band rehearses on Mondays from 7pm to 8.30pm at the Avian Park Raceway Band Room in Newman Street.

KEENAGERS Table Tennis has resumed play on Mondays and Thursdays from 7.30am to 10am at the table tennis centre at the Wangaratta Showgrounds. All players must show proof of double vaccination to be able to enter and play. For more information, contact Michael Chambeyron on 0490 447 452. THE Wangaratta Veterans Art Group meets every Tuesday at the Yarrunga Scout Hall from 10am to 2pm. New members welcome, enquiries to Michael on 0432 991 055. WANGARATTA AL-Anon Family Group meets on Tuesdays from 1.30pm to 3pm at the backstage meeting room at St Patrick’s Hall in Ford Street. All welcome. If your life has been affected by someone else’s drinking, this group may be for you. Contact David on 0403 552 950. WANGARATTA Toastmasters conducts its meetings on the second and fourth Monday of each month from 6.45pm in the community room at the Wangaratta Library in Docker Street.

For more information, contact Leah Walker at leahwalka@gmail.com NORTHEAST Radio Control Car Club will hold its next meeting on Saturday, March 5 from 10.30am to 1pm at the Mitchell Avenue track near the splash park. The club has cars available to try, or bring your own 1/10 scale electric car or truck. Racing takes place every second Saturday at this time. For more information, see the Northeast Radio Control Car Club Facebook page. NORTH East Prostate Cancer Support Group will hold its next meeting on Wednesday, March 9 from 7.30pm to 8.30pm at the North Eastern Hotel in Spearing Street. Members are also welcome to join the group earlier, at 6.45pm, for dinner prior to the meeting. Partners most welcome. For more information, contact Dave Edwards on 0401 909 410 or Sally on 5722 5355.

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$100K PITCH UP Big Brothers Big Sisters, NE Tracks LLEN, NESAY benefit from GIVE Wangaratta Pitch Up event

THREE Wangaratta and North East community organisations have received a share in more than 100,000 as part of the latest GIVE Wangaratta Pitch Up fundraising event. Organisations Big Brothers Big Sisters Wangaratta received $47,200, NE Tracks LLEN received $25,600 and NESAY $27,500, much to the delight of the recipients and the audience.

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Held at the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre (WPACC), generous locals dug deep to make the programs a reality and enhance and enrich the lives of young people in the North East region.

Into Our Hands Foundation chair Ruth Kneebone said ticket sales had been strong since they went on sale. “There were 115 attendees, which was marvellous, and each came with a positive and generous mindset,” Ruth said. “As the night evolved, personal stories mixed with good humour and wit gathered momentum and

drove the giving to totals beyond our expectations. “We were absolutely thrilled for the three pitching charities that will now progress confidently to deliver their projects.” Big Brothers Big Sisters Wangaratta was hoping for $20,000 to relaunch the Big Brothers Big Sisters Community Mentoring Program so the increased amount was an

exciting surprise. The contribution will help fund the recruitment of volunteers, their rigorous screening, in depth training, the careful pairing of the right young person and ongoing support for the duration of the program. Community based mentoring coordinator Caz Sammon gasped and added “that’s ridiculous, thank you”. “The results exceeded all

possible expectations and we are so incredibly excited to be re-launching this program for our Wangaratta community and beyond,” Ms Sammon said. “Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your exceptional generosity. “Together we are going to make a real difference to the lives and futures of our young people. ■ Continued page 2

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MEMBERS of the Northeast Radio Control Car Club gathered at Mitchell Avenue last Saturday to test their vehicles in competition. New members are always welcome. For more information contact president Matthew Johnson-Begg on 0467 974 305. f INTO HIS CARS: Gordon Flighty

with his Touring Car. PHOTOS: Kieren Tilly

Beechworth Secondary College had a median study score of 29, but it was its 40+ score that was a standout with 13.7pc reaching the A grade figure. Benalla P-12 College had a median study score of 26, with zero over 40+, while FCJ College Benalla had a strong median of 30 with 6pc of scores 40+. Euroa Secondary College’s dux achieved one of the highest scores in the region with a 98.55 ATAR.

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Mansfield Secondary College had a median of 29 with 1.3pc of scores 40+.

College Wodonga had a median of 29, with 3.2pc 40+. Yarrawonga College P-12 Myrtleford P-12 College was a median of 28 with had a median of 28 with 3.3pc of scores 40+. 3.9pc of scores 40+, while The top three schools in Marian College had a me- Victoria were Bialik Coldian of 28 with zero scores lege in Hawthorn that had 40+. a median of 38 with 39.9pc Mount Beauty Secondary of scores 40+, Mount Scopus College had a median of 28, Memorial College was next with 2.7pc of scores 40+. with 38 and 39.7pc, with Wodonga Senior Second- Ballarat Clarendon College ary College had a median third with 38 and 38.4pc. score of 23, with 1.1pc of For the full results visit scores 40+, while Catholic vcaa.vic.adu.au.

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c REVVED UP: Northeast Radio Control Club president Matthew Johnson-Begg works on his machine in the pits.

c HOT WHEELS: Teo Valle (9) from Peechelba raced for the first time in RC Touring Class.

THE Wang Repair Café will hold its next event tomorrow at Apex Park from 8am until 12pm. The café will have some t-shirt rugs for sale as well as other items, and cash donations as well as donations of unwanted Christmas presents for them to sell would be appreciated, as the volunteer-run organisation seeks assistance to cover its operating costs and ensure its continuation. Bring items in need of repair to the park tomorrow morning where volunteers will be on hand to help bring them back to life.

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WANGARATTA High School year 12 graduates Kayla Fisher and Amy Henderson were among hundreds of local students, and tens of thousands around the state, who received their first round university offers yesterday. The pair are both interested in humanitarian work and development, and were offered their first choice course at their chosen universities. Kayla, 17, has been offered a

double degree in Arts and Public Policy with a major in third-world development at the Australian National University in Canberra. “I was happy with my ATAR score even if I thought I could do better but it’s been a tough year,” Kayla said. “It was difficult not having feedback from classmates because I didn’t know if I was doing okay or needed to improve. “But, I got there in the end and am

looking forward to the next step.” Amy, 18, will be doing occupational therapy at Deakin but hopes to branch into

humanitarian work in third world countries. “I had hoped for a higher ATAR but I didn’t need one, I’m pretty happy with how I went,” Amy said. “Last year I really missed out on having the balance of sport and social aspects of school which really help me get through the study aspect.

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“The offer I received was my first choice so I’m really happy with that. “I’ll jump straight in this year I think because my initial plans to have a gap year and travel aren’t likely now. “Eventually I want to go into allied health overseas and Kayla and I have always talked about collaborating; she’s more interested in the politics side and I’d do the health side so that could be cool.”

Musicians invited to orchestra meeting MUSICIANS interested in becoming part of a new regional orchestra being formed in Wangaratta will be meeting in the King George V Gardens on Sunday at 2.30pm. A newly formed committee, involving local violinist Sally Ross, will be in attendance and the group welcomes other potential members to come along, particularly seeking violin and flute players, a percussionist and a conductor. For more information visit the Wangaratta Arts Council on Facebook or come along to the meeting in the park on Sunday.

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Passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loved ones on Saturday, February 27, 2022 after his battle with cancer at the age of 63. Beloved husband of Susan, adored father of Catherine, Mark, Jessica, Theresa, Emily, Doughlas and Thomas. “To hear your voice, to see you smile, To sit and talk a little while, To be together in the same old way, Would be the greatest wish today” Forever loved, Now resting peacefully y

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A DEDICATED band of riders from the Wangaratta Cycling Club participated in the Victorian State Track Cycling Championships which were held at the Darebin Indoor Velodrome in Melbourne last weekend. This event is a showcase for the up and coming talent in Australian Cycling and attracts the best riders from across the state and interstate. First up was Grace Jenkins in the 2000m Individual Pursuit. Grace got off to a great start and was able to maintain her speed to cross the line in a time of 3:00. This was Grace’s personal best time by over four seconds and this equates to a distance of over 45m from her previous time. This time was even more meritorious as Grace has just come back into training from a knee injury.

In the under 17 men’s 2000 pursuit, Reubin Smith, who also has been battling injury concerns, got off to a great start and by times, led the field through the first half of the race. Unfortunately, Reubin was not able to maintain the blistering speed in the second half and tired on his run into the finish line to finish in sixth place. Reubin’s time of 2:30 meant that he averaged a speed of 48kphr over the 2000m. Max Holgate from the Cobram Barooga Cycling Club and regular training member at the Wangaratta velodrome also had a solid race to come in with a time narrowly behind Reubin to finish in seventh place. On the Sunday, Grace Jenkins and Jo Somerville drew each other in the first heat of the female under 17 500m time trial.

LOCAL STARS: (L-R) Max Holgate, Reubin Smith, Jo Somerville and Grace Jenkins from the Wangaratta Cycling Club at the Victorian State Track Cycling Championships In this race, Jo Somerville had the better start and was able to hold out the fast finishing Grace at the end of the fast race, to take out the heat. In the end, Jo and Grace

were able to finish eighth and ninth in the state for the event. In the male under 17 500m time trial, Reubin Smith was able to finish in a respectable

eighth position with a time of 36.82, with Max Holgate just narrowly 0.8 seconds adrift to finish in ninth place. The final races at the state championships were

the 10km points race where points are up for grabs for intermediate sprints during the race as well as for the final sprint at the end of the race. In the female under 17 event, Grace had a great race and was up in contention for some of the sprints. At the end Grace finished in a very competitive sixth spot . In the male 10km points race, Reubin finished in eighth place including a sixth placing in the final sprint across the finish line. In all, it was a very pleasing and encouraging performance from the Wangaratta Cycling Club, more so given the injury affected preparation by the two best riders in Reubin and Grace. Reubin and Grace will compete in Melbourne next weekend again at the 124th running the prestigious Austral Wheel Race.

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Vescio breaks AFLW ground with 50th goal THE story of AFLW’s pioneers will never be told without mentioning star Carlton forward Darcy Vescio. The livewire became the competition’s first player to kick 50 career goals, jagging two against GWS at Manuka Oval on Sunday night in a landmark moment for the code. Vescio, 28, beats fellow greats Erin Phillips (46 goals) and Tayla Harris (44) to the mark.W Reminded of Vescio’s four-goal heroics in the AFLW’s inaugural match in 2017, Carlton coach Daniel Harford reflected on an ever-growing legacy. “I think Darce understands their place in the scheme of things,” he said. “I was just referring to that very first game where they kicked a bag, I was sitting on the couch watching thinking ‘bloody hell, who’s this?’ “Now I get to coach them and it’s a joy to have them as part of our team and my world. “I think in time, they’ll have a chance to reflect and understand the significance of their input and output for the game.” Vescio goaled twice in five minutes in the third quarter of Carlton’s win, and while only a few teammates seemed to realise history had been made at the time, they got right around their teammate once informed of the milestone post-game. “The girls are rapt for Darce,” Harford said. “They’re a magnificent part of what the AFLW is. Being the first player to kick 50 is an accolade I think they’re worthy of. “It’s great to see the players celebrate after the game the way they did, a very special moment.” - AAP

HISTORY: Carlton’s Darcy Vescio has become the first AFLW player to kick 50 career goals.

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Minjee Lee reveals lofty career ambitions HAVING finally got the “monkey off my back”, Minjee Lee launches her 2022 campaign at this week’s Women’s World Championship targeting more majors and a place in golf’s Hall of Fame. In a candid interview with the Australian No.1, Lee revealed her lofty career ambitions after finally breaking through to land her maiden major last year.

So long the best female golfer on the planet without a major, Lee’s victory at the Evian Championship in France in July has resulted in the 26-yearold’s self-belief soaring. “It’s really been on the back of my mind for quite a long time and just to be able to be called a major champion gives me a really great feeling,” Lee told AAP. “It really was a monkey off

my back and it does let me play with a little bit more freedom because before I felt ‘oh, am I ever going to win a major?’ “But then I won and it just gave me a little bit more of that reassurance that I could. “So internally you have a little bit of a different sort of confidence, like in your swing and the way you’re hitting it.” Ever the perfectionist, now Lee is intent on taking her

game to new levels in pursuit of a place among the all-time greats. “Having won Evian, I have a little bit more motivation to win every other major because my ultimate goal is to be in the Hall of Fame,” the world No.7 and one-time No.2 said. “So I can keep moving forward and use this as motivation to win the next major, because winning a major is

like really different to winning regular tournament. “Just the feeling that you get is totally different.” The LPGA event in Singapore isn’t quite one of the women’s five majors but it’s close, regarded as “Asia’s major”. The depth in the field is phenomenal, with just about every big name in the world gathering at Sentosa Golf Club.

That includes Lee’s in-form fellow West Australian Hannah Green. Green tees off on Thursday chasing a third title from as many events after taking out the Vic Open and then becoming the first woman to win a 72-hole mixed gender tournament on any of the world’s leading tours with a runaway four-shot TPS Murray River victory. - AAP

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Top seeds to play off in WLTC championships By NATHAN DE VRIES

WANGARATTA Lawn Tennis Club (WLTC) kicked off their club championship matches on Sunday, with fierce competition coming from every player. Sunday’s matches set the stage for the finals of both the open singles and doubles categories, set to be played this coming Sunday. Surprisingly, the club received no entries from any female players for the club championships, due to conflicting schedules. Top seed Sam Allen will take on the number two seed John Brunner in the singles, with the pair also set to contest the doubles final, partnered by Matt Allen

and Phil Peck, respectively. WLTC’s Frank Harris said Allen and Brunner’s appearance in the finals shouldn’t come as a shock to anyone familiar with their talents. “They’re obviously the better players in the club, and they’ve gone through to the finals so it’s all good,” he said. “There’ve been a few good matches along the way - Doug Smith partnered with Matt Murray, they had one win and got put out by Sam and Matt (Allen) in the semi-final.” Brunner maintained his form in the most recent round of senior aggregate tennis over the weekend, taking the win in section one by a single game over Mark Brown, outclassing Frazer Judd (19-21), Mike Lairson

ZERO IN: Peter Selwood lets one go.

(15-21) and Frank Harris (1322). Section two saw five players go head to head, with Colin Mackay coming out on top 23-15. Marr Curran had a great day on the courts but had to be content with second place, narrowly edging out Maree Sullivan, Lance Crockett and Andrew Cope. Phil Dryden took the section three title by two games ahead of Geoff Allen, 22 games to 20. Pat Flynn took third with 18 games, just ahead of Mark Gorman - Russell Canning managed to claim nine games, finishing in fifth. It was a close affair in section four, the winner decided by a single game.

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Jacob Reidy (23-17) managed to sneak ahead of Greg Renner (22-15), with Amy Lairson (19-21), Terry Flynn (18-20) and Beth Cope (1423) rounding out the competition. Peter Ablazej took the glass in section five with 24 games under his belt, well clear of Geoff Davidson on 20. Max McAuliffe gave it his all, coming in third with 14 games, just ahead of Mick Keogh on 13 and Sue Piper on 11. The club championships continue on Sunday, with the open singles and doubles finals to be played, as well as the mixed doubles competition, with the club accepting entries until Saturday night.

FOERHARND: Pat Flynn took third place in section three aggregate tennis over the weekend with 18 games won. PHOTO: Melissa Beattie

THIS ONE: Terry Corrigan helping out his team with some advice on where to bowl.

Wins and finals for all Wangaratta lawn bowls grades A WIN for every grade on the weekend has ensured every side will participate in finals this season. With the last home and away games this weekend the A1s cannot miss a top two finish, the A3s can finish second if they win at Beechworth but cannot miss finals with a loss. B1 cannot move from third position, while B3 can take top spot with a win but cannot lose second place with a loss. A1: Wangaratta dominated its match against Rutherglen on Friday evening posting a big win by 53 shots.

The visitors were never in the hunt with Wangaratta in control from the outset. Ethan Fruend, Greg McDonald, Trevor Selwood and Phil Davern scored the first 14 shots of their game against Ross Rankin and were never troubled on the way to a (34-9) win. Adrian Pantling, Jodie Fruend, Leon Quartermain and Rhoanna Smith led all the way to finish with a (269) win as did Maurie Braden, Dylan Filuk, Graeme Smith and Craig Fruend who won (29-10). Ian Brimblecombe, Laurie McDonald, Paul King

and Greg Braden had a close battle with Chris Langdon’s rink, before Langdon won the last five ends resulting in a (14-22) loss for Wangaratta. Final scores: Wangaratta 16 pts 103 shots def Rutherglen 2 pts 50 shots. Wangaratta will play Yarrawonga next Saturday with a 10am start time. A3: Wangaratta remain in second place after surviving a spirited showing by visitors Bright on Saturday. Gary Chambers, Lorna Martinelli, Renee Hill and Bobby McCalman were on fire early and at one stage led (22-2) before finishing

with an overall match winning twenty-one shot rink win (32-11). Gary Fenlon, Brian Challman, Richie Allan and Gayle King were the other winning rink for Wangaratta, defeating Martin Kupferle’s rink (26-14). Terry Johnson’s rink lost to Cheryl Raduczic (13-24) and Terry Corrigan went down to Patrick O’Shea (11-24). Final scores: Wang 14pts 82 shots def Bright 4 pts 73 shots. Wangaratta will be away to Beechworth next Saturday. B1: A very even performance from Wangaratta at Moira on Saturday saw the

visitors consolidate themselves inside the top four. A six shot margin to Klaus Kazenwadel, Lyn Sier, Steve Bihun and Joy Izard (20-14) was matched by Keith Izard, Lyn Kahlefeldt, Ralph Martinelli and Chris Bell (21-15), while a five shot margin to Ken Essenhigh, Lance Jenkin, Mick Montgomery and Susan Bull (21-16) saw Wangaratta walk away with maximum points. Final scores: Wang 14 pts 62 shots def Moira 0 pts 45 shots. Wangaratta are home to Moyhu next week. B3: Wang upset ladder leaders Beechworth at

home on Saturday. The home side took control of the second half of the match to gain full points with all rinks up. Graeme Norman, Allan Wilson, Mick Lenane and Howard Beard got up by 11 (28-17) , while Fred Herman, Ron McAuliffe, Bob Edwards and John Keen won (22-15). Jack Dillon, Bruce Desmond, Graeme Bull and Tiger Bussell made it a clean sweep for Wang winning (20-14). Final scores: Wang 14 pts 70 shots def Beechworth 0 pts 46 shots. Wang are away to Club Mulwala next week.

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Finals incoming for NERTA

By BACKHAND WINNER ONCE again football/netball is rearing its ‘ugly’ head as the NERTA competition comes to a close and finals begin. Each year the football season continues to encroach further into all summer sports and has a huge impact on participating finalists. A number of tennis teams will feel the crunch next week as a number of players will be missing due to football/netball “commitments”; people these are practice matches and not the real thing. Surely all coaches realise that a number of players play in both seasons and their demands are unrealistic to expect them to play football/ netball rather than finishing their summer sports first. I plead with coaches to show some empathy and understanding to allow these players to complete their summer sports first because football and netball actually aren’t the be all and end; all there are more important things in life.

There is only ever a very small percentage of players who make it to the highest level and even a smaller number who make a career out of it so, hopefully, the organisations concerned can make exceptions for all summer sports and their dual participants. It is only a game. Section 1 Fourth position was on the line when Wang Hardcourt and Lawn Blue faced off against each other on Saturday and the tension could be seen on the players faces. Hardcourt began well claiming two of the first three sets to take an early advantage but Lawn hit back hard winning the next three sets and setting up a handy 10 game buffer. Lawn needed to win 6-3 to overtake Hardcourt on the ladder and this was now within reach and when the first set of the final three finished, Lawn were within touching distance of a finals berth but Hardcourt steadied and held their nerve to win the remaining two sets to deny Lawn and kept their

VOLLEY: Jono Keys shows his soft hands. PHOTO: Melissa Beattie own premiership hopes alive. Hardcourt’s was a team effort with Kerrie Henderson, Denise Goodwin and Kylie Doig being their best, while Lawn’s Robert Voss was unstoppable winning three sets and with support from Ken Parker and Kim Brown, Lawn were always a threat. Corowa Red have stumbled the last two weeks losing both weeks to the Lawn teams, this week it Lawn White who inflicted Red with another defeat. The reliable duo of Wendy

Hogan and Janelle Hartwig faltered on Saturday which had the Lawn team in unfamiliar territory but to their credit they fought back and were only marginally behind with three sets to play. The match went to the wire with Lawn winning two of the remaining sets to finish one game clear of Corowa and claimed all the points. Carolyn Shaw (three sets) was unbeatable for Lawn White and with assistance from Sean Ablazej and Lucas Evans they got the points,

while Corowa’s Scott Francis, Marianne Spencer and Jo Brooks kept the match interesting. Section 2 Wang Hardcourt waited until the last round of the year to claim their first victory and in doing so snuffed out any hope Wahgunyah Blue had of playing finals. Hardcourt’s women did the damage by easily accounting for the Wahgunyah women, while Wahgunyah’s men held their own against the Hardcourt men. Maria Pulvirenti and Curtis Hines (three sets) showed their class for Hardcourt, while Jake Goddard, Tye Callow and Jackie Seymour kept Wahgunyah close. Everton Red flexed their muscles with a comfortable win over Boorhaman on Saturday to ensure they are playing finals this year. Steve Cole, Coralie Peters and Bec Sacco were impressive for Everton, while Darren Saward, Dale Robinson and Jo Hourigan took the fight up to Everton. Section 3 Wooragee (Ian McVea,

Mark Knoth, Dean Bensted, Chris Smedley) pushed the flag favourites Wahgunyah Red (Kane Palmer, Ollie Stuve, Brett Skinner, Andrew Palmer) to the limit with a very impressive display and ensured themselves a finals spot. Wahgunyah Blue (Mat Vogel, Dylan Hewitt, Liam Hill, Josh R) put paid to Wahgunyah Gold’s (Wayne Johnstone, Gordon Sawyer, Lily Palmer, Ali Bartel) ambitions of playing finals with a flawless display. Predictions Section 1 - Corowa Blue have been the top team all year so Blue to beat Corowa Red 5-4, Lawn White to ease past Wang Hardcourt 5-4. Section 2 - Wahgunayh Red should win if nerves don’t play a part but don’t underestimate Everton Blue, Wahgunyah Red 5-4. Everton Red to beat a depleted Myrrhee 6-3. Section 3 - In a close one Wahgunyah Red to hold off Wahgunyah Blue 3-2. Depending on availability I’m tipping an upset Wooragee to beat Wahgunyah Sth 3-2.

‘Pies first hit out a success By WILLSON MACK WANGARATTA had their first dress rehearsal before their round one clash against Albury on April 2. The Magpies faced Essendon and District League outfit West Coburg and ran away three goal victors. Michael Newton was lively, slotting six majors in two quarters of football, while young guns Harry Hewitt and Luke Sheppard impressed. “We pulled some experience off at half-time because we wanted our younger players to get a taste of senior football,” Wangaratta coach Ben Reid said. “Our younger players showed good signs, Harry Hewitt played on a wing and looked good and young key forward Alex Johnson showed promising signs and Luke Sheppard also did well. “And then Joe Richards and Jackson Clark played out the game and both played well as well.” West Coburg produced a near full strength side with former Melbourne and Collingwood

player Lynden Dunn playing up forward. “They said they were missing a couple but Lynden Dunn played full forward and had a really good tussle with Matt Hedin,” Reid said. “’Dunny’ was the connection to getting them here with ‘Juice’ (Newton) and I mates with him. “Their side stayed and had a few beers with us after the game too so it was a good day.” Reid enjoyed his first match as coach. “I loved it,” he said. “It started getting close in the last quarter and the competitive juices were coming out and I had to remind myself that it’s just a practice match. “It was great to see some things we’ve worked on throughout pre-season come through. “The most pleasing thing was seeing the improvement of some of the younger players though, you get a real kick out of that.” The ‘Pies now turn their attention to the clash against Seymour at Cathedral College on Saturday.

DODGING: Luke Sheppard weaves through traffic. PHOTOS: Melissa Beattie

IN SPACE: Waitai Tua gives off a handball.

BAG FULL: Michael Newton (3) kicked six goals in two quarters.

STAR: Joe Richards showed good signs.

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Prince Of Helena through to $250k Country Mile final BY WILLSON MACK wmack@ nemedia.com.au

PRINCE Of Helena and Craig Weeding have secured a spot in the $250,000 Country Mile Series Final. The five-year-old gelding recorded a second place finish behind Intellective by a head at Ballarat on Saturday. The top three placegetters from each of the five heats of the Country Mile Series automatically qualify for the final which will be held on All-Star Mile Day at Flemington on Saturday, March 19. Weeding said he was pleased with his gelding’s efforts. “He didn’t win but he goes through to the final with a great chance of running well,” Weeding said. “He ran really well, we’re happy with how it went. “First up over 1400m to finish second we think he’s on track to run a good race in the final.” Prince Of Helena jumped

QUALIFIED: Prince Of Helena (outside, red cap) stormed home to finish second behind Intellective (middle, green and yellow). from barrier nine and slotted in three wide with cover in the middle of the field. “Best case scenario was to settle three wide with cover so we were happy with where we landed and it was a great ride (by Damian Lane),” Weeding said. “There was a late scratch-

ing which took the speed out of it a bit but it was definitely a nice run.” The consistent gelding has now run 17 starts with 10 of those being placings. “Hopefully he’ll save his next win for when it matters,” Weeding said. “You look back at his re-

CHAMPIONS: Milawa Bowls Club recently completed its men’s and women’s Club Championship events. Shane Cousins (right) defeated Glenn Allan 28-17 to take the men’s title, and Michelle Vanpraagh defeated Peta Matyss 25-23 in the women’s. The club wishes to congratulate all finalists especially the champions, seen here with club president Ron Welfare.

Sneak peek into the world of F1 THE former head of aerodynamics at Formula One teams Ferrari, Bennetton, and Sauber will visit the North East in March for what’s expected to be a highly motivational and inspirational guest speaking spot. Australian-born Formula One aerodynamicist Willem Toet, currently working with the Sauber group in Switzerland and a professor of motorsport engineering at the University of Bolton in the UK, will be at the Winton Motor Raceway on Saturday, March 19 from 6pm. While COVID-19 restrictions prevented his previously planned visit to the region in

GUEST SPEAKER: Formula One aerodynamicist Willem Toet will speak at the Winton Motor Raceway corporate centre on March 19. 2020, or a rescheduled date in 2021, he is looking forward to delivering his presentation at the free event. He will introduce some

concepts behind aerodynamics, show how aero research is done in the F1 industry, and interweave some fascinating storytelling from the world of F1 and its personalities. No knowledge of the field will be required to enjoy the evening, and Willem will relish questions on any related matter. Nibbles and refreshments will be available at reasonable prices, and registration is required via Eventbrite at https://www.eventbrite.com. au/e/f1-aerodynamics-to2021-the-future-with-willemtoet-educational-7-70-tickets-262938314577 or https:// tinyurl.com/4nrd2343.

cord and certain situations would change where he is now. “If he had have won the Swan Hill Cup (finished second) he would’ve been bumped up (in ratings) and been ineligible for this series.” Weeding believes the wide

Flemington straight, where he has one start for a place, will suit his stable star. “I definitely do like his chances but we’ll have to wait and see what else qualifies,” he said. “It’s a benchmark 80 so he should get a nice weight and hopefully he can draw a gate.

PHOTO: Racing Photos “The open Flemington straight will suit him too.” The next heat of the Country Mile Series will be run this Saturday at Wangaratta on cup day. Don’t miss Friday’s Wangaratta Chronicle with Wangaratta Cup Day fields and previews inside.

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EYES ON THE PRIZE WANGARATTA ruckman Zac Leitch was ever prominent in his side’s practice match against Essendon and District League outfit West Coburg. The Magpies ran away three goal winners.  STORY: Page 34 PHOTO: Melissa Beattie

Devils double delight WANGARATTA City has signed a pair of boom recruits on the eve of the Albury Wodonga Football Association season. Liam Nash and Tommy Lee McCarron have joined the Devils further bolstering their stocks as they target a successful season. Nash is a 24-year-old New Zealand born midfielder/forward who has played for the New Zealand school boys’ team as a junior and more recently was a key member of the GV Suns in the National Premier League. The Devils have also secured a gun goalkeeper in McCarron who hails from Ireland and represented the national team at under 18s level.

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Wangaratta City coach Daniel Vasilevski was stoked to unveil the recruits. “Liam Nash has played at some good clubs and looks like a great young player,” Vasilevski said. “He’s been training with us for a bit and he’s now signed up so he’ll be a great addition to the wing or midfield.

“Tommy McCarron looks like a really good keeper, at training we can’t get it past him he’s got such a big presence. “He’s also a good communicator so he’ll talk to the defenders and play as almost a sweeper.” After Jordan Hore and Ryan Luty left the Devils for rivals Albury United, Nash will fill in a hole left in the midfield. “’Nashy can play mid and is just as good as ‘Jordy’ (Hore) and getting Josh Masters back will help fill the hole Ryan Luty left,” Vasilevski said. “’Nashy’s a huge inclusion for

us, he’s got a heap of experience and will give ‘Burchy’ (Adam Burchell) someone to link up with. “A lot of the boys can learn from the way ‘Nashy’ trains and prepares, he’s really professional.” Goalkeepers are worth their weight in gold which Vasilevski is aware of. “Having a good keeper in this league is huge,” he said. “If you can get a good keeper you’re halfway there I reckon. “We’re lucky to have him on board.” Kwaku Dade, Alex Pitt, Rayan Ferrarotto and Yanis Ferrarotto

have all joined the Devils as well. Meanwhile, Wangaratta City will play Shepparton South tomorrow night as they look forward to round one on March 13. “It’s just about getting some match fitness and also working on our structures because a lot of the players haven’t played together yet,” Vasilevski said. “We should be close to full strength so it’ll be good to get everyone together before looking forward to Albury United in round one. “A lot of the talk is of (Albury) United this year so it’s looking like the pressure is on them this year and they’re the team to beat.”

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